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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$89K - $111K *

Drive innovation in legal workflows by bridging technology and IP practice needs. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance tools, streamline processes, and support client relationships while shaping the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team as you bridge legal expertise and technology, enhancing workflows and tools for Intellectual Property practice. Collaborate with attorneys to drive innovation and improve client va...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Engage with the Intellectual Property practice to enhance legal workflows through technology. Collaborate with attorneys and AI Labs to identify needs, develop solutions, and drive adoption of innovat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Transform legal workflows by bridging technology and intellectual property practices. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance tools, drive adoption, and support client relationships while shaping the ev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Optimize legal workflows by bridging technology and intellectual property practices. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance tools, drive adoption, and support client relationships while shaping the evo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Unlock the potential of legal technology by bridging IP practice with innovative solutions. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance workflows, drive adoption of tools, and support client relationships w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Engage with the Intellectual Property practice to enhance legal workflows through technology. Collaborate with attorneys and AI Labs to identify needs, develop solutions, and drive adoption of innovat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $111K *

Build innovative solutions by bridging legal expertise and technology. Collaborate with IP attorneys to enhance workflows, drive adoption of AI tools, and support client relationships, all while shapi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $110K *

Drive efficiency in litigation support by managing client interactions, coordinating filings, and overseeing case documentation. Collaborate with attorneys and clients to ensure seamless operations in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $149K *

Transform legal operations by leading a team of support professionals, optimizing workflows, and enhancing service delivery to attorneys and clients, while fostering a collaborative and innovative env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Join us to enhance our docketing processes, ensuring timely updates and compliance with PTO regulations while collaborating with legal teams to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$59K - $108K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead complex commercial litigation cases, managing trials and mentoring associates while driving growth in a dynamic legal environment. Bring your first-chair experience to handle high-stakes disputes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $145K *

Help us design and implement billing solutions for law firms, leveraging your accounting expertise and software skills to streamline time entry, invoicing, and collections processes on the Litify plat...

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$85K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $127K *

Empower the Civil Division by managing case compliance, mediating disputes, and supporting judges. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance court operations and facilitate resolutions in a dyn...

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

$80K - $98K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing essential legal services to immigrants. As a key member of the Immigration Unit, you'll represent clients in various immigration cases while mentoring paraleg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining billing solutions in the legal sector. Leverage your expertise in law firm financial operations to support sales efforts, conduct client demos, and enhance our innovative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $95K *

Empower legal teams by providing essential administrative support, ensuring high-quality work and effective collaboration. Leverage your litigation knowledge to enhance client service and streamline p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $150K *

Champion the efficiency of our Litigation and Labor & Employment teams by managing court filings, deadlines, and document retrieval. Collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance with court rules an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $350K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing legal team, driving strategic litigation initiatives while managing diverse legal operations and fostering a culture of growth and accountability...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $350K *

Champion a high-performing legal team by leading strategic initiatives, managing litigation, and fostering a culture of growth and accountability. Drive operational excellence while ensuring complianc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.