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Entrylevel Sports Lawyer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and ... The Legal Support Assistant (LSA) Program is a dynamic, entry-level opportunity designed for recent ...

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How much do entrylevel sports lawyer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel sports lawyer in the United States is $100,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Sports Lawyer vs Entrylevel Sports Agent?

AspectEntrylevel Sports LawyerEntrylevel Sports Agent
Required CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, legal certificationsLicensing as a sports agent, often a certification or registration
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, sports organizations, legal departmentsSports agencies, athlete management firms
Industry UsageLegal representation, contract review, complianceContract negotiations, athlete representation, marketing

While both roles work within the sports industry, an Entrylevel Sports Lawyer primarily handles legal matters such as contracts and compliance, requiring a law degree and bar admission. An Entrylevel Sports Agent focuses on athlete representation and contract negotiations, often needing licensing or certification specific to sports agency work. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within the sports industry.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel Sports Lawyer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 60% As Needed, 20% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 6% Summer. Highlights an 81% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,626 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Legal Support Assistant

Proskauer

New York, NY • On-site

$55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description


The world's leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.
Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries, and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends, and other industry-redefining companies.
The Legal Support Assistant (LSA) Program is a dynamic, entry-level opportunity designed for recent and upcoming college graduates looking to launch their careers in a professional services environment. Over the course of this two-year rotational program, each class of LSAs will gain hands-on experience through approximately three eight-month rotations across a variety of legal departments and business services teams.
This immersive program offers a unique introduction to the business of law at an international law firm. Participants will build foundational professional skills, develop meaningful relationships across the firm, and gain exposure to multiple practice areas and operational functions. From collaborating with attorneys and business professionals to supporting high-impact client work, LSAs play an important role in the day-to-day success of the firm.
Qualified candidates should be organized, proactive, and exercise sound judgment when handling matters. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver exceptional client service, internally and externally.
  • Support attorneys, legal teams, and business services professionals with a range of administrative tasks including document preparation, scheduling, and data management
  • Draft and revise legal materials using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Coordinate meetings, internal and external events, and conference calls, including handling logistics such as catering and technology setup.
  • Assist with time entries, new business intake forms, and conduct client and topic-specific research.
  • Handle document management tasks, including printing, scanning, and distribution in collaboration with Document Services.
  • Support billing, expense reports and vendor invoices.
  • Assist with additional projects and provide backup support as needed.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
  • Strong organizational and proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn new technologies.
  • High attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
  • Flexibility to overtime and adapt to changing schedules.

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer's offices on a regular basis (at least 4x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation for this position is $55,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.