Overtime pay laws for paralegals is very complicated and controversial when it comes to entitlement of overtime benefits. If you believe you have been wrongfully denied overtime, the best option is to contact an experienced overtime pay attorney who can advise you on your rights.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor a paralegal with an advanced degree who is applying for overtime pay benefits may fall under the professional exemption or administrative exemption which would not allow employers to pay them overtime. However, it is important to remember that an employee’s status as exempt or non-exempt is not determined by their job title but their job duties. Therefore, every paralegal is different and depending on your job duties you may or may not be entitled to receive payment for overtime hours worked. Overtime hours are considered any hours after 40 hours in a workweek.
For more information on the overtime pay laws for paralegals contact our law firm today at (855) 794-2795. We will discuss your situation and determine if you have a claim. If you are owed unpaid wages, we will represent you under our No Fee Promise, which means there are never any legal fees or costs unless you receive a settlement.