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Dentons

Legal Administrative Assistant

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Dentons US LPP is currently recruiting for an experienced Executive-Level Legal Administrative Assistant to be resident in our Short Hills, NJ or Midtown, NY office. This position will provide ...

Dentons

Legal Administrative Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Dentons US LPP is currently recruiting for an experienced Executive-Level Legal Administrative Assistant to be resident in our Short Hills, NJ or Midtown, NY office. This position will provide ...

Dentons

Legal Administrative Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Dentons US LPP is currently recruiting for an experienced Executive-Level Legal Administrative Assistant to be resident in our Short Hills, NJ or Midtown, NY office. This position will provide ...

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Legal Administrative Assistant

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Legal Administrative Assistant Minneapolis, MN | Hybrid | $60,000-$80,000 Our client, a highly regarded Minneapolis law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support a ...

CFS

Legal Administrative Assistant

Columbus, OH · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Legal Administrative Assistant Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Location: Onsite | Columbus, OH Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Join a well-established law firm with a strong reputation in the legal ...

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How much do executive legal administrative assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for executive legal administrative assistant in the United States is $28.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become an executive legal administrative assistant?

To become an executive legal administrative assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some roles preferring an associate's degree or certification in legal administration. Relevant skills include strong organizational, communication, and computer skills, often with experience using legal management software. Gaining experience in legal or administrative support roles can improve job prospects in this field.

Is being an executive legal administrative assistant a stressful job?

Being an executive legal administrative assistant can be stressful due to tight deadlines, high attention to detail, and managing multiple tasks for legal professionals. The role often requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with legal software, and the ability to handle sensitive information under pressure.

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Infographic showing various Executive Legal Administrative Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,547 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Mineola, NY • On-site

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$92K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

POSITION: Legal Administrative Assistant (2 Positions Available)

Company: National Law Firm

Location: Mineola, NY (On-site)

Compensation: Base salary up to $92,000, paid overtime, bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits, and 401(k).


Position Overview

A prestigious law firm has two Legal Administrative Assistant opportunities available, including one supporting a Trust & Estates practice. The firm is seeking experienced professionals to provide comprehensive support to its attorneys and legal team. These positions are ideal for individuals who excel in a deadline-driven environment, enjoy managing complex calendars, coordinating client communications, and supporting active legal matters. The successful candidates will play a key role in keeping attorneys organized, maintaining strong client relationships, preparing legal documents, and ensuring matters move efficiently from start to finish.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys while managing multiple active legal matters.
  • Draft, revise, and finalize correspondence, legal documents, pleadings, discovery materials, estate planning documents, and other documentation as applicable.
  • Manage complex attorney calendars by coordinating client meetings, conference calls, court appearances, depositions, mediations, and internal meetings.
  • Monitor deadlines, maintain attorney schedules, and track assignments to ensure matters progress efficiently.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining professional relationships and providing timely communication and follow-up.
  • Open, organize, and maintain electronic and physical client files while ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, time entry, and other administrative projects while communicating with clients, court personnel, vendors, and legal staff.
  • Handle a high volume of communications across email, phone, and other platforms while managing changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary, Executive Legal Assistant, or in a comparable law firm support role.
  • Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment; Trust & Estates experience is required for one of the available positions.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Experience managing complex attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating multiple deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-service-oriented approach.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with sound judgment.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, clients, paralegals, and other members of the legal support team.



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