Land Your Next High-Paying Legal Secretary Job with Ladders

The legal industry is full of opportunities for those with the right skills and experience. Among these, the position of a legal secretary holds a central role in keeping a law firm or legal department running smoothly.

Why Legal Secretary Jobs?

As a legal secretary, you act as a vital cog in the judicial system. Your primary task is to support lawyers and paralegals by managing administrative tasks, keeping schedules, handling communications, and maintaining files. Experts in this field are known for their superb organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

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With Ladders, we make the search for high-paying legal secretary jobs simpler. Our platform is designed with professionals in mind, hosting vetted jobs that pay over $100,000 annually. Unearth your next career move with us!

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$140K *

Oversee dynamic litigation efforts by joining a growing team focused on product liability cases. Leverage your legal expertise to handle complex lawsuits, collaborate within a strong team, and contrib...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$184K - $245K *

Drive legal excellence by managing M&A diligence, enhancing contract processes, and strengthening legal operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize deal execution and support acquisition-re...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by joining a collaborative team focused on probate and trust litigation, where you’ll manage complex cases and develop specialized skills while representing diverse clients in a dy...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Address complex legal issues in Retirement Services by providing expert guidance, resolving disputes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating across teams to develop effective solutions and maintain AD...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing legal operations globally, enhancing service delivery, managing budgets, and driving efficiency in legal processes while ensuring compliance and supporting cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing the global legal operations function, ensuring efficient service delivery and financial oversight while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiency an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Help us shape the future of litigation as you leverage your judicial clerkship experience to drive impactful case strategies and enhance client outcomes. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $125K *

Join the team to deliver high-level administrative support, manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and assist with client management, while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration among stakeh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$82K *

Transform legislative processes by providing nonpartisan legal expertise. Join a dynamic team, drafting legislation, conducting research, and advising lawmakers to enhance the function and effectivene...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $125K *

Deliver comprehensive administrative support to senior fee earners, enhancing productivity through effective client engagement, communication, and team collaboration while managing complex tasks and m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing critical legal support to the court. This role involves legal research, drafting opinions, and collaborating with judges and attorneys to enhance courtroom ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $88K *

Shape the future of legal excellence by providing vital support to the judge through exceptional research and writing. Collaborate, analyze, and draft critical legal documents to advance your career i...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining appellate litigation by providing expert paralegal support. This role requires you to assist attorneys in complex legal matters, ensuring meticulous detail in documentati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $111K *

Empower external partnerships by managing pro bono and contract attorneys to foster legal support for low-income clients. Collaborate across teams to efficiently triage cases and enhance justice acces...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that fosters growth through direct mentorship and hands-on client engagement, as you learn the intricacies of litigation and develop your own caseload in a supportive environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $124K *

Play a key role in navigating complex litigation processes by providing expert paralegal support to teams, aiding in all litigation phases from research to documentation, ensuring timely and reliable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$57K - $128K *

Champion accurate litigation docketing processes, ensuring precise deadlines and compliance with court rules. Collaborate with team to enhance best practices and adapt to a fast-paced environment, lev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

Transform legal practice by leveraging your expertise to deliver innovative solutions, while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in family law. Grow your career in a supportive e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal compliance and governance strategies while managing compliance frameworks, risk management, and institutional policies. Interface with leadership to ensure organizatio...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $174K *

Drive transformation by designing and implementing custom workflows for large law firms. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance legal service delivery, promote AI solutions, and influence lo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $174K *

Elevate your career by transforming legal workflows for large law firms. Engage with senior stakeholders to implement AI solutions, driving innovation and client success. Collaborate across teams to e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of legal operations, ensuring accurate calendaring and support for docket activities. Leverage your expertise to enhance efficiency, maintain confidentiality, and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of a thriving law firm by managing operations, enhancing team performance, and ensuring efficient workflows. Bring your leadership skills to enhance client service and collaboration i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$63K - $128K *

Champion excellence in litigation docketing by efficiently managing deadlines, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with legal protocols to enhance workflow and accuracy across offices an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$57K - $128K *

Elevate your career as you manage critical docketing tasks, ensure accuracy in deadlines, and collaborate on best practices within a dynamic litigation environment to support diverse legal teams and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Secretary do?question toggle

    A Legal Secretary provides specialized clerical and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including managing schedules, maintaining files, and crafting legal documents.

  • What skills are required for a Legal Secretary job?question toggle

    Legal Secretaries should have strong administrative skills, familiarity with the legal terminology, ability to multitask, and excellent communication skills.

  • Where can I find high-paying Legal Secretary jobs near me?question toggle

    You can find high-paying Legal Secretary jobs in most larger cities, especially those with a significant number of law firms. Ladders is an excellent resource for finding these opportunities.