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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$89K - $143K *

Contribute to the refinement and accuracy of billing narratives, ensuring compliance with legal standards. Collaborate with attorneys and finance teams to enhance billing quality, clarity, and profess...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $143K *

Transform billing quality at a law firm by enhancing narrative accuracy, clarity, and compliance. Collaborate with legal and finance teams to refine pre-bill narratives, ensuring they reflect services...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Serve as a legal partner, providing expert corporate counsel and support across North America, managing contracts, compliance, and dispute resolution while collaborating with global teams to foster ef...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Champion civil litigation defense in a growing firm. Utilize your 3-5 years of experience to manage diverse cases from inception through trial, ensuring comprehensive representation for clients in a c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $104K *

Optimize title examination processes ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines. Lead data analysis and risk assessment to enhance title assurance while delivering exceptional customer service a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $104K *

Champion the examination of title orders and ensure proper title commitments while assessing risks and curative measures, collaborating with customers and managers to meet deadlines and deliver except...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$217K - $271K *

Lead the legal strategy for commercialization, negotiating key contracts and guiding compliance efforts in the pharmaceutical industry. Collaborate with internal teams to support product launches and...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Help us navigate complex legal challenges in higher education, providing strategic advice and leadership to executive teams while ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering ethical practices through...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$99K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing organizational efficiency by supporting senior leadership. You'll ensure seamless operational execution and project management within a dynamic, fully remote environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive the performance and quality of the Court Filing team, ensuring accuracy across multiple California jurisdictions. Lead team development, manage workflows, and enhance operational processes to me...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage in delivering comprehensive legal services to clients, handling various case types while exercising significant decision-making authority and oversight. Collaborate with court personnel and cli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Transform legal research services by managing electronic resources and providing expert reference support. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance the use of technology in l...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by providing legal guidance to marketing and communications teams. Engage in contract negotiations, vendor agreements, and compliance assessments in a dynamic environment within a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of real estate law by managing complex transactions. You'll gain client exposure, collaborate across practice areas, and contribute to our mission of delivering e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Create and implement effective legal operations systems, including CLM and GRC platforms, to streamline contract management, policy processes, and compliance training in a fast-paced environment. Coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$148K - $260K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple Staff Counsel activities, overseeing the defense of lawsuits while guiding a team of attorneys and support staff. Ensure excellent legal representation in liabilit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$148K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team managing legal activities related to lawsuits for liability and property damage. Lead a group of attorneys in providing legal defense and ensure compliance with company policies wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $96K *

Tackle complex legal issues by collaborating with judges on case management, conducting legal research, and drafting legal documents. Play a vital role in the court system, ensuring timely and accurat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defending diverse civil litigation cases, applying expertise in insurance defense and trial preparation while independently managing cases from inception to resolution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $90K *

Optimize legal processes by collaborating with attorneys, preparing critical documents, conducting research, and managing case information while maintaining effective communication with clients and co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Empower your legal career by providing expert counsel on complex healthcare regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate Medicaid, Medicare, and business contracts while ensuring compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Join a team that provides comprehensive legal support while managing diverse cases. Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver exceptional service in consumer protection law, including civil l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to litigating complex cases with precision, providing expert support from case inception to resolution. You'll manage discovery, trial prep, and collaborate closely with a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $170K *

Support complex litigation cases as a Senior Paralegal, managing document review, trial prep, and coordinating with attorneys on multiple matters. Ideal for those with advanced organizational skills a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of compliance initiatives by providing legal guidance and support to mitigate anti-corruption risks, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating across various functions in a...

6 days 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.