Explore Legal Secretary Jobs

Legal secretaries help law firms, corporate legal departments, and public-sector organizations run smoothly. They support attorneys with document preparation, scheduling, correspondence, research coordination, and case administration. Explore vetted Legal Secretary opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Legal Secretary Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and practice area. Legal secretaries may prepare and format pleadings, contracts, briefs, and other legal documents; manage calendars and deadlines; coordinate meetings and travel; organize case files; communicate with clients and courts; and assist with filings and billing. Confidentiality, accuracy, and sound judgment are essential.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong writing, editing, organization, and time-management skills, along with proficiency in office software and document-management systems. Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, e-filing, and practice-specific processes can be valuable. Requirements may include relevant administrative experience, legal office experience, or a certificate, depending on the position.

Where Legal Secretaries Work

Legal secretaries work in law firms, in-house legal departments, government agencies, and other organizations that need legal support. Roles may focus on areas such as litigation, corporate law, real estate, intellectual property, or labor and employment. Some positions are hybrid or remote, while others require on-site work to support attorneys and office operations.

Find Legal Secretary Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, work arrangement, and compensation details to find roles that align with your experience and career goals.

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$79K - $108K *

Provide comprehensive support for civil litigation, managing multiple cases and deadlines, drafting pleadings, preparing documents, and assisting with trial preparation within a fast-paced law firm en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Empower our legal team by providing specialized support for real estate transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency from contract to close while managing communication and documentation for seamles...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Empower the legal team by providing specialized support in real estate transactions, ensuring accuracy in documentation and facilitating communication among stakeholders to drive successful outcomes f...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by supporting the legal team with specialized clerical and research tasks, managing real estate transactions from contract to close, and ensuring compliance and organization of legal...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting real estate transactions by providing specialized clerical and research assistance, ensuring accuracy in documentation, and facilitating communication betwee...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Engage in dynamic real estate transactions by supporting legal teams with document preparation, coordination, and communication, ensuring seamless execution from contract to close while managing compl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by supporting a dynamic legal team in real estate transactions. Collaborate with attorneys, manage documentation, and ensure smooth operations from contract to close while enhancing y...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $134K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting diverse litigation matters, managing eDiscovery processes, and ensuring high-quality legal documentation. Collaborate with attorneys in a fast-paced environm...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K *

Elevate your career by supporting attorneys in family law matters, managing cases from initial meetings to final decrees. Gain hands-on experience in drafting, organizing documents, and ensuring clien...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K *

Support attorneys in family law matters, managing cases from initial meeting to final decree. Draft pleadings, organize documents, and ensure client communication while gaining hands-on experience and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting litigation through e-filing and calendar management. This hybrid role involves ensuring compliance with court procedures and providing essential support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Optimize your career by managing e-filing and litigation support in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with attorneys and courts, ensuring compliance and accuracy while handling high-volume workloads...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage e-filing and litigation support, ensuring compliance with court procedures while providing essential assistance to attorneys. This hybrid role offers flexibility and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by managing e-filing and litigation support for a dynamic legal team. Collaborate with attorneys and courts to ensure compliance and accuracy while thriving in a fast-paced envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $125K *

Engage with clients and manage complex corporate transactions, including mergers, financing, and contracts. Collaborate with partners to develop independence and judgment while ensuring meticulous att...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Unlock your potential by supporting legal operations and compliance teams through diverse responsibilities, including litigation, regulatory management, and contract oversight, ensuring efficient deli...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $190K *

Champion the transactional practice in Private Credit & Leveraged Finance by supporting due diligence, pre-closing, and post-closing activities. Leverage your expertise to ensure accuracy and complian...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting complex transactions in Private Credit & Leveraged Finance. Leverage your expertise in due diligence, document preparation, and collateral reviews to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $146K *

Unlock potential by managing trademark portfolios, assisting attorneys with filings, and conducting due diligence. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and timely updates while su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $115K *

Empower your legal career by advising on critical law enforcement issues. Engage with agency leadership, train personnel, and navigate complex criminal law scenarios to enhance public safety and uphol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $110K *

Optimize legal processes by supporting attorneys in document preparation, research, and client communication. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient case management and contribute to successful ou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $105K *

Lead the charge in patent docketing by ensuring accurate data management and compliance with USPTO rules. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to maintain a seamless workflow across multiple offices...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $109K *

Advance the efficiency of patent docketing by managing deadlines, maintaining databases, and ensuring compliance with USPTO rules. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver high-quality support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $110K *

Optimize patent prosecution processes by managing filings, deadlines, and IP portfolio databases while collaborating with inventors and outside counsel to protect intellectual property effectively...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support high-level legal research and analysis for complex investigations, drafting persuasive legal documents and coordinating with various agencies to enhance law enforcement efforts against crimina...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Secretary do?question toggle

    A Legal Secretary provides administrative and document support to attorneys and legal teams. Typical duties include preparing legal documents, managing calendars and deadlines, organizing files, coordinating communications, and assisting with filings.

  • What qualifications are needed for Legal Secretary jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary, but employers commonly value administrative experience, strong writing and organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with legal terminology and office technology. Some roles prefer legal office experience or specialized training.

  • Where can Legal Secretaries work?question toggle

    Legal Secretaries work at law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and other organizations. Opportunities may support specific practice areas, including litigation, corporate law, real estate, or intellectual property.

  • Are Legal Secretary jobs available remotely?question toggle

    Some employers offer remote or hybrid Legal Secretary positions, while others require on-site work. The arrangement depends on the employer, practice area, and the need to handle documents or coordinate in person.

  • How can I find Legal Secretary jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Legal Secretary listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for salary information, required experience, location, and work arrangement.