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State of Wisconsin

Legal Associate - OLR

Madison, WI · On-site +1

$55K - $66K/yr

Employees residing outside the state of Wisconsin are not eligible for full-time remote work ... 6) Skill in legal research using Westlaw, Lexis, or similar databases, and in drafting ...

O'Hagan Meyer

Legal Assistant (3+)

Seattle, WA

$57 - $80K/hr

O'Hagan Meyer LLC, a litigation law firm, has an opening for a full-time Legal Assistant in its ... arrangements, research, expense reports, time entry and maintaining attorney calendars. O'Hagan ...

O'Hagan Meyer

Legal Assistant (3+)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$57 - $80K/hr

O'Hagan Meyer LLC, a litigation law firm, has an opening for a full-time Legal Assistant in its ... arrangements, research, expense reports, time entry and maintaining attorney calendars. O'Hagan ...

O'Hagan Meyer

Legal Assistant (3+)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$57 - $80K/hr

O'Hagan Meyer LLC, a litigation law firm, has an opening for a full-time Legal Assistant in its ... arrangements, research, expense reports, time entry and maintaining attorney calendars. O'Hagan ...

Accufile, Inc.

Legal Research Analyst

Boston, MA · On-site +1

Legal Research Analyst Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary and Permanent JOB SUMMARY Accufile is seeking legal research analysts to provide legal and business research, and support ...

Washington Legal Group

Associate Attorney

Atlanta, GA

$90K/yr

... | Full-Time About Washington Legal Group Washington Legal Group is a multi-practice law firm ... The Associate will work closely with firm leadership on legal research, written advocacy, case ...

Washington Legal Group

Associate Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

... | Full-Time About Washington Legal Group Washington Legal Group is a multi-practice law firm ... The Associate will work closely with firm leadership on legal research, written advocacy, case ...

District Attorney Office

Legal Secretary

Covington, LA

$37K - $51K/yr

Description The 22nd Judicial District Attorney's office is seeking a full time Legal Secretary to ... Conserves attorneys time by reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, and routing correspondence ...

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How much do full time legal researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time legal researcher in the United States is $139,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $160,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Legal Researcher vs Part Time Legal Researcher?

AspectFull Time Legal ResearcherPart Time Legal Researcher
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CredentialsLegal degree, research experienceLegal degree, research experience (may vary)
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, research firmsSimilar environments, flexible scheduling
Employer UsageCommon in full-time legal rolesUsed for flexible or supplementary research roles

Full Time Legal Researchers work standard hours and are employed on a permanent basis, focusing solely on legal research tasks. Part Time Legal Researchers have flexible schedules, often working fewer hours, suitable for supplementary or freelance roles. Both roles require legal research skills and relevant credentials, but full-time positions typically offer more stability and benefits.

How to get a job as a full time legal researcher?

To become a full-time legal researcher, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in law, political science, or a related field, with many roles requiring a law degree or paralegal certification. Strong research, analytical, and writing skills are essential, and proficiency with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is often required. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions can improve job prospects in this field.

What is the average salary for a full time legal researcher?

The average salary for a full-time legal researcher typically ranges from $50,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and the employer. In larger markets, such as major cities, salaries may be higher, and additional skills like legal research tools or certifications can influence compensation.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Legal Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,444 per year, or $67 per hour.

Legal Assistant

Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins and Mott L.L.P.

Tyler, TX • On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Established in Amarillo, Texas in 1970, Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP ("Perdue Brandon") is one of the oldest law firms providing collection services and related legal representation to government entities. Our clients include school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts and other governmental entities. Perdue Brandon continues to grow and currently has 16 primary offices in Texas and multiple satellite locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida servicing clients in nine states.Our Tyler location is looking for the right person to fill an opening for a full-time Legal Assistant. This position includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays and 401k benefits.The ideal candidate should have general customer service and computer skills, be able to multi-task, learn legal concepts, along with preparing and proofing documents. Previous experience with internet, title, or genealogy research is helpful but we will train you in these areas as needed. In this position, you will work independently as well as with a team to learn legal concepts, and the multitude of information that is necessary to take on this position. If you enjoy learning and working in a fast-paced environment, this may be the job for you.Starting pay is $15.00 to $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.A valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required as it may be necessary for you to travel to another office or county.For more information on our Firm, please visit our website at www.pbfcm.com. 
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