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Legal Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Our client located in downtown Tampa is seeking a Legal Assistant with 3+ years of litigation ... Accounting & Facilities Personnel * Legal Support Staff * Administrative Support Staff

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Legal Assistant

Troy, MI · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Legal Assistant Well-respected Oakland County law firm is seeking a legal assistant who can support ... with accounting and architectural firms, automotive and manufacturing companies, nonprofit ...

Legal Assistant

Garden City, NY · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Legal Assistant - Residential Property Tax Appeals (Temp-to-Perm) Location: Garden City, NY ... Coordinate with the firm's Accounting and Filing Departments regarding case status, withdrawals ...

Legal Assistant

Norman, OK · On-site

$30K - $35K/yr

Polston Tax Resolution & Accounting is hiring a Legal Assistant in Norman, OK. The hours for this in-office position are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. This is not a remote position. What Do You ...

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Legal Assistant

Garden City, NY · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Legal Assistant - Residential Property Tax Appeals (Temp to Perm after 3 months) Location: Garden ... Coordinate with the Accounting and Filing Departments regarding case status updates, duplicate ...

Legal Assistant

Lexington, KY · On-site

$58K - $69K/yr

Talis Group's company client, a Lexington, KY law firm is hiring a Legal Assistant to support their ... Associate degree in business administration, paralegal studies, accounting, finance, or related ...

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How much do accounting legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for accounting legal assistant in the United States is $48,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Accounting Legal Assistant vs Paralegal?

AspectAccounting Legal AssistantParalegal
CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; some certificationsAssociate degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, accounting firmsLaw firms, corporate legal departments
Industry UsageLegal and accounting sectorsLegal sector primarily
Job FocusAssisting with legal and financial documentationLegal research, document preparation, case management

While both roles support legal processes, an Accounting Legal Assistant specializes in handling legal and financial documentation within law or accounting firms, whereas a Paralegal focuses more broadly on legal research and case preparation. The roles often overlap in legal settings, but their primary responsibilities and certifications differ slightly.

What is an accounting legal assistant?

An Accounting Legal Assistant is a professional who supports lawyers and accountants by handling tasks that combine legal documentation with financial record-keeping. They assist with preparing legal documents, managing billing, processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations. Their role requires knowledge of both legal procedures and basic accounting principles, making them valuable in law firms, corporate legal departments, and accounting offices.

How does an accounting legal assistant typically collaborate with attorneys and accountants within a law firm?

An Accounting Legal Assistant often serves as a bridge between the legal and accounting teams, assisting with the preparation and review of financial documents, managing billing processes, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. They work closely with attorneys to gather financial information for cases, prepare exhibits for court, and maintain organized records for audits. Regular communication and coordination with accountants are essential to reconcile accounts, track client payments, and support trust account management. This collaborative environment helps streamline workflows and ensures accuracy in both legal and financial matters.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an accounting legal assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Accounting Legal Assistant, you need a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, legal terminology, and administrative procedures, often supported by an associate degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with accounting software (such as QuickBooks), legal management systems, and document management tools is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing sensitive information and supporting legal and financial professionals. These skills ensure accurate record-keeping, efficient workflow, and compliance with legal and financial regulations.
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Infographic showing various Accounting Legal Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,215 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Legal Assistant

All Legal Staff, Inc.

Tampa, FL • On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Our client located in downtown Tampa is seeking a Legal Assistant with 3+ years of litigation experience. This is a full time in office permanent position. Paid parking, health insurance, retirement plan, pto, plus bonus.


Typical duties will include

  • Preparing, proofreading and finalizing pleadings, motions, orders and correspondence;
  • Efiling with the courts;
  • Reviewing court dockets and Judge’s preferences when sending documents;
  • Scheduling meetings, hearings, depositions, mediations and trials;
  • Entering Trial Orders, reminders in the calendar;
  • Preparing notices; managing the calendar for court events, deadlines;
  • Following up and reminding your attorneys regarding upcoming hearings, meetings and deadlines;
  • Communicating with all parties involved in a matter; via telephone, email and other forms of communication;
  • Experience supporting several attorneys;
  • Ability to consistently produce and deliver a good quality work product;
  • Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines;
  • Organize, prioritize and implement tasks with strong attention to detail and accuracy;
  • Work proactively, independently and as part of a team;
  • Provide and understand clear written and verbal communications;
  • Maintain professional demeanor and a positive attitude with attorneys, colleagues, clients and vendors;
  • Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Outlook and Adobe and Client Management;
  • Managing and profiling emails, documents and files, opening files, closing files, submitting attorney expense reports, submitting vendor invoices for payment and other legal assistant duties

Company Description

All Legal Staff, Inc. (ALS) is a full-service permanent placement agency that exclusively specializes in placing attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, administrative and legal support staff. We have a database of skilled attorneys and other legal professionals. Combined we have over 40 years experience staffing Law Firms and Corporate Law Departments of all sizes. We are family-owned and operated by a former Legal Administrator who worked in three law firms for over twenty-five years. We know the demands that law firms and corporate counsel face each day and recruit only for the best legal talent available. We are currently celebrating 19 years servicing Tampa Bay, the State of Florida and our clients nationally.

Candidates can rest assured that we will work our hardest to place you with one of our more than 100 clients. We listen to you, your needs, your direction for your career, and our conversations are confidential.

Legal recruiting is a personal service business. We offer both the firms and candidates with whom we work with highly personalized, ethical and honest services.

WHAT WE DO
ALS provides law firms with experienced permanent legal staff.
• Advertising on all major job boards, job sites and social media
• Personal Interviews with each candidate
• Legal specific testing
• Software testing
• Reference checks
• Background checks
• Guarantees
• Additional Services Available

WE SPECIALIZE IN...
• Attorneys
• Legal Assistants
• Legal Secretaries
• Paralegals
• Receptionists
• E-Discovery (eDiscovery)
• Legal Administrators
• Accounting & Facilities Personnel
• Legal Support Staff
• Administrative Support Staff