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PROSECUTOR
The prosecutor represents the jurisdiction that has
brought charges against the defendant and argues for a
conviction.
Average salary: More than $110,000
Education required: Juris doctor/doctorate
PARALEGAL
A paralegal conducts research for attorneys, finding
precedents to help bolster defense or strengthen a
prosecutor’s case against the defendant.
Average salary: Approximately $50,000
Education required: Associate degree
DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Responsible for presenting the defendant’s case in court,
the defense attorney creates legal documents and gives
clients legal advice during the proceedings.
Average salary: Approximately $110,000
Education required: Juris doctor/doctorate
COURT INTERPRETER
The court interpreter helps translate for defendants who
don’t speak the language used in court proceedings.
Average salary: Approximately $40,000
Education required: Professional certification/
bachelor’s degree
CORRECTIONS OFFICER
A corrections officer is responsible for escorting
prisoners to and from the courtroom, as well as
monitoring prisoners’ behavior in holding cells.
Average salary: More than $42,000
Education required: Professional certification/
associate degree
COURT REPORTER
The court reporter is responsible for recording all of
the proceedings during court cases, using specialized
equipment to transcribe everything that is said.
Average salary: More than $51,000
Education required: Professional certification/
associate degree
COURT CLERK
The court clerk is responsible for preparing and issuing orders of
the court, as well as managing the court docket and calendar for
the judge.
Average salary: Approximately $33,000
Education required: Professional certification/associate degree
Here’s a look at several career possibilities for
those interested in working in a courtroom
CAREERS IN THE
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JUDGE
Playing an integral role in the courtroom, a judge
oversees court proceedings, sentences defendants in
criminal cases and determines liability in civil cases.
Average salary: More than $100,000
Education required: Juris doctor/doctorate
BAILIFF
The bailiff maintains order in the courtroom and is responsible
for guarding the jury during trials to prevent outside contact.
Average salary: More than $42,000
Education required: Professional certification/associate degree