Yes, a company may have to pay overtime to paralegal, however there are certain exemptions. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are circumstances when a company may not have to pay overtime. These circumstances include when a “paralegal” with an advanced degree who is applying that advanced degree might fall under the professional exemption or a “paralegal” who is allowed to exercise particular judgment and given particular discretion might fall under the administrative exemption.
If you work as a paralegal and believe that your employer is violating the law by not properly paying you overtime wages, contact one of our experienced attorneys immediately because the time to file these types of lawsuits may be short. If you wait, you may lose your ability to recover some or all of your back pay. Call (855) 794-2795 now for a free consultation to discuss your case.