Legal Secretary and Administrative Assistant
Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.
Annual openings
303
BLS median wage
$59,490
Typical education
High school (GED), plus completion of training.
10-year growth
+5%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
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Typical education
High school (GED), plus completion of training.
Credential requirement
No specific credential listed yet
Work experience
No previous work experience is required. However, experience as a secretary or administrative assistant in any industry and/or work preparing legal documents is valued.
Is this work a fit?
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Automation exposure
Moderate exposure
Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.
A typical day
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.
- Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
- Schedule and make appointments.
- Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
- Prepare and distribute invoices to bill clients or pay account expenses.