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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$77K - $94K *

Lead the charge in enhancing office operations by managing staff, improving procedures, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Collaborate with various departments to optimize workflows and sup...

1 week ago

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

$71K - $110K *

Engage in a dynamic role supporting legal professionals by managing complex tasks, preparing documents, and facilitating client interactions in trust administration, estate planning, and probate. Your...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing critical legal documentation and correspondence. Collaborate with diverse teams, maintain confidentiality, and ensure accuracy in a fast-paced litigation environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $120K *

Drive efficient office operations by managing correspondence, scheduling, and document preparation. Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts to ensure smooth workflows and maintain confid...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Help us shape the future of our organization by leading operational excellence, developing systems, and building a strong leadership team to drive substantial growth and independence from daily founde...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $105K *

Contribute to the immigration practice by preparing complex legal documents, conducting research, and supporting attorneys in a dynamic environment. Engage with clients and manage multiple cases while...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$138K - $243K *

Join a dynamic legal team to deliver exceptional litigation services, managing complex cases in property and casualty insurance defense. Collaborate effectively while maintaining high productivity and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $149K *

Shape the future of legal services by providing strategic leadership and counsel, managing legal risks, and ensuring timely support for Ohio school boards while leading a dedicated team of legal profe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$73K - $96K *

Engage in skilled administrative and legal support, assisting the City Attorney with criminal and civil litigation. Manage case files, prepare legal documents, and coordinate court processes while ens...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by overseeing diverse legal matters in a dynamic university setting. Collaborate with leaders to provide practical and strategic legal advice while managing compliance, contracts, and...

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

$85K - $105K *

Champion the litigation docketing process by ensuring timely updates and accurate processing of docketed events, utilizing rules-based software while adhering to risk management guidelines and collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Optimize litigation processes by ensuring accurate docket management and compliance. Collaborate with legal teams to maintain critical deadlines and enhance operational efficiency in a fast-paced envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Reimagine the litigation docketing process by ensuring timely updates and compliance with risk management guidelines. Collaborate with legal teams to maintain accuracy and quality in docket entries wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Optimize the litigation docketing process by ensuring timely updates and accurate processing of docketed events, collaborating with legal teams, and maintaining compliance with risk management guideli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Optimize litigation processes by managing docket entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Collaborate with teams to meet deadlines and provide essential support in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Shape the future of litigation support by managing and updating the docketing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with legal teams to meet critical deadlines and enhance oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Support the litigation docketing process by ensuring timely updates and accuracy in docket entries, collaborating with legal teams, and maintaining compliance with procedural guidelines in a fast-pace...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Provide comprehensive docketing support by managing litigation deadlines, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating with legal teams to maintain compliance with procedural rules in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Advance the efficiency of litigation processes by expertly managing docket updates, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and collaborating with case teams to meet critical deadlines in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Shape the future of litigation support by managing and updating dockets, ensuring compliance with legal guidelines, and collaborating with case teams to meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing litigation dockets with precision and accuracy. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure timely processing of docketed events while adhering to compliance guidelines in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining accurate litigation dockets, ensuring timely processing of events, and collaborating with legal professionals to uphold compliance and quality standards in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Transform your career by managing litigation dockets, ensuring timely updates, and collaborating with legal teams. Utilize rules-based software to maintain accuracy and compliance while supporting att...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Contribute to the efficiency of litigation processes by managing docket updates, ensuring compliance with deadlines, and collaborating with legal teams to enhance workflow and accuracy in a dynamic en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing and maintaining litigation dockets, ensuring timely processing of events using rules-based software while collaborating with legal teams to uphold compliance and quality s...

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  •   5 - 7 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.