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Michael Garcia, CLA, CLA
Program Director
Data Expertise
Michael Garcia has 15 years of experience in paralegal education. He focuses on civil litigation and works at a community college. He teaches courses on legal writing and ethics.
Michael Garcia's expertise helps bridge the gap between raw BLS data and the practical realities of paralegal studies careers, ensuring content on Paralegal Salary serves practicing professionals and career-changers alike.
Review Responsibilities
- Cross-referencing all salary data against original BLS OEWS datasets (SOC 23-2011)
- Validating percentile calculations (P10, P25, P50, P75, P90) for 2025 data
- Auditing cost-of-living adjustments against BEA Regional Price Parities
- Flagging statistical anomalies and suppressed data for disclosure
- Reviewing estimated salary models for cities outside direct BLS survey coverage