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Nashville, TN · On-site

$66K - $83K/yr

Small midtown law firm seeking college graduate to work in consumer collection practice duties include telephone work data entry detail driven salary commensurate w experience. Experience with ...

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Cookeville, TN · On-site

$32K - $35K/yr

High school graduate with two to five years' work experience as a paralegal; Associate degree in paralegal studies with applicable work experience is preferred. * Maintain a high degree of accuracy ...

BPC Corporation

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Cookeville, TN · On-site

$32K - $35K/yr

High school graduate with two to five years' work experience as a paralegal; Associate degree in paralegal studies with applicable work experience is preferred. * Maintain a high degree of accuracy ...

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How much do graduate legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Graduate Legal Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Legal Assistant, you need a law degree or equivalent qualification, strong research abilities, and a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and document drafting tools is typically required. Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills help you manage complex information and support legal teams effectively. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accuracy, maintaining compliance, and providing reliable assistance in a fast-paced legal environment.

What types of projects or cases can a Graduate Legal Assistant expect to work on during their first year?

As a Graduate Legal Assistant, you’ll typically support attorneys with tasks like legal research, drafting documents, and organizing case files. In your first year, you might assist with case preparation for hearings or trials, help manage discovery processes, and interact with clients or witnesses under supervision. The work often involves collaborating closely with paralegals and junior lawyers, giving you a broad perspective on different areas of law. The variety of cases you'll support—ranging from civil litigation to corporate matters—provides valuable exposure and lays a strong foundation for career advancement.

What are Graduate Legal Assistants?

Graduate Legal Assistants are entry-level legal professionals, often recent law school graduates, who support attorneys and legal departments with research, drafting documents, case preparation, and administrative duties. They work under the supervision of licensed attorneys and help with tasks such as preparing legal briefs, conducting legal research, and organizing case files. This role provides valuable hands-on experience for those considering a legal career or preparing to take the bar exam. Graduate Legal Assistants may work in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments.
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Infographic showing various Graduate Legal Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,215 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Legal Assistant (OA)

Criminal Investigation & Law Enforcement | IRS Careers

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$40K/yr

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With nearly 1,700 attorneys, IRS Chief Counsel is the largest tax law firm nationwide. Our attorneys are among top tax law practitioners and some of the very best legal minds found anywhere. Together with the IRS, we serve the public by applying the tax code with fairness and integrity. After pausing hiring in 2025, we are seeking administrative professionals to support our legal work.
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Learn about our Legal DivisionsQualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
To qualify for this position of Legal Assistant (OA) you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing of this announcement:
Basic Requirement for Legal Assistant (OA):
Typing Requirement: This position requires a typing proficiency of at least 40 word per minute (WPM) based on a 5 minute sample with 3 or fewer errors. Applicants may meet this requirement by passing the appropriate performance test, presenting a certificate of proficiency from a school or other organization authorized to issue such certificates by the Office of Personnel Management local office, or by self-certifying their proficiency. Performance test results and certificates of proficiency are acceptable for 3 years.

For GS-05:Specialized Experience: Your resume must detail at least one year of specialized experience which includes: 1) performing administrative and clerical processes to include preparing and/or reviewing documents with legal implications (e.g., court documents, real estate documents, contracts, insurance or benefits claims, mortgage or loan applications, tax forms, or other types of legal documents); 2) maintaining file systems; and obtaining needed information from files or general reference sources. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).
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Education: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university.
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may qualify by a combination of experience and education. Options for qualifying based on a combination are identified in the online questions.

For GS-06:Specialized Experience: Your resume must detail at least one year of specialized experience which includes: 1) preparing, receiving, reviewing, and/or verifying legal documents; 2) maintaining legal office records and systems; and 3) locating and compiling data or information from legal files and other data sources. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05)
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Education: A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may qualify by a combination of experience and education. Options for qualifying based on a combination are identified in the online questions.

GS-07:Specialized Experience: Your resume must detail at least one year of specialized experience which includes: 1) analyzing & reviewing information and preparing a variety of legal documents; 2) reviewing documents for regulatory requirements and inputting into case tracking systems; 3) using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence or related materials; and 4) assisting with trial preparation needs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).
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Education: One full year of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may qualify by a combination of experience and education. Options for qualifying based on a combination are identified in the online questions.

NOTE: If qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application package.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.Education:For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.htmlEmployment Type: OTHER

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