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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$173K - $207K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing legal analysis and education for juvenile law. Lead a diverse group of attorneys, manage complex projects, and collaborate with state and federal partners to...

Yesterday

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

$173K - $207K *

Lead the charge in overseeing legal analysis and training for attorneys, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing multidisciplinary educational initiatives for courts and...

Yesterday

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

$173K - $207K *

Lead a dynamic team overseeing legal analysis and education initiatives in juvenile law. Shape statewide policies and provide technical assistance to courts, ensuring compliance with federal regulatio...

Yesterday

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

$160K - $190K *

Grow your career with us as a senior attorney, leading litigation efforts and mentoring junior staff. Drive impactful strategies in high-stakes cases while delivering exceptional client value and fost...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $250K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal operations by optimizing outside counsel management, enhancing governance, and leveraging data-driven insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and improve...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's pivotal in filing and prosecuting patent applications globally. Collaborate with foreign attorneys and manage critical patent processes, ensuring compliance with each country's requ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining our legal team to provide strategic guidance on contracts, compliance, and employment law. Collaborate across departments while managing diverse legal matters in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$87K - $120K *

Champion our legal team by providing expert guidance on employment and labor matters, ensuring compliance and risk management across diverse jurisdictions while collaborating with HR and business lead...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing expert legal counsel on complex disciplinary matters, ensuring thorough analysis and recommendations for the Disciplinary Review Board and Attorney Regulatory Board while...

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

$83K *

Drive impactful legal representation in child support enforcement, managing high-volume cases to ensure children receive necessary financial support. Collaborate effectively in court and administrativ...

Yesterday

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

$88K - $105K *

Tackle diverse legal challenges across multiple disciplines while cultivating client relationships, ensuring professional excellence, and managing a varied caseload. Enjoy flexibility with hybrid work...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $95K *

Champion survivor advocacy by providing legal support to clients facing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure holistic, trauma-informed...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Empower communities by ensuring compliance with civil and human rights mandates. Oversee legal strategies and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance emergency preparedness for vulnerable population...

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing emergency management compliance and equity. Oversee legal strategies and ensure adherence to civil rights mandates, while collaborating with diverse stakehold...

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

$194K - $263K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic legal advisor, providing essential support to commercial and operational teams in the pharmaceutical sector, while ensuring compliance and managing risks to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $165K *

Lead the Conflicts and New Business Intake functions, overseeing team performance, service quality, and process improvements. Collaborate effectively to enhance operational efficiency and ensure ethic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Empower a high-performing team by overseeing conflicts and new business intake operations. Manage team development, enhance service quality, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Manage the Conflicts Researcher and Analyst teams, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with ethical standards. Drive performance metrics, employee development, and innovative process improvem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Take ownership of the Conflicts and New Business Intake function by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards, driving service excellence, and fostering stron...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Elevate the efficiency of conflicts research and new business intake processes, managing team performance and service quality while driving innovative improvements to meet the Firm's ethical and opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Accelerate team success by leading the Conflicts Researcher and Analyst teams, enhancing business intake processes, and driving operational excellence while ensuring compliance with ethical standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading a team in conflicts management and new business intake. Oversee daily operations, ensure quality service, and drive process improvements while supporting ethical complia...

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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.