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Independent Contractor Legal Secretary Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Floater Legal Secretary

Boston, MA · On-site

$47K - $65K/yr

The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual ... Ability to work independently as well as part of team * Ability to maintain and handle confidential ...

Legal Secretary III

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Legal Secretary III Position We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary III to provide ... Strong communicator who works well independently and collaboratively * Proactive support partner to ...

Legal Secretary

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

Legal Secretary Location: Oklahoma City, OK Industry: Legal Pay: $50,000 - $52,000 annually ... Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

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Legal Secretary

Chicago, IL · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Legal Secretary- Cassiday Schade LLP, a mid-sized civil litigation defense firm, has an exciting ... independently as well as part of a team. Candidate must be a skilled typist with competent ...

Floater Legal Secretary

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$70K - $85K/yr

Floater Legal Secretary Location: The Loop, Chicago Position Type: Hybrid (3 days remote, 2 days in ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Benefits:

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Legal Secretary (First Party) Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida Firm Overview: Banker Lopez ... work independently but also work collaboratively Strong writing and oral communication skills ...

Legal Secretary

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

Legal Secretary Location: Oklahoma City, OK Industry: Legal Pay: $50,000 - $52,000 annually ... to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain confidentiality. • ...

Legal Secretary

Pompano Beach, FL · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Professional, dependable, and able to work independently * Strong customer service mindset when ... litigation Legal Secretary who wants to support a busy practice while continuing to grow ...

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Legal Secretary

Miami, FL · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Ability to work independently Company Description At KKP, we have in excess of 85 years of legal ... We work closely with policyholders, loss consultants, public adjusters and contractors to ensure ...

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Legal Secretary/Assistant

Garden City, NY · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Legal Secretary -- Full Time (In-Person) Garden City, NY A small, well-established litigation and ... Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Schedule & Location * Full-time, ...

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Legal Secretary (First Party) Location: Saint Petersburg, Florida Firm Overview: Banker Lopez ... work independently but also work collaboratively Strong writing and oral communication skills ...

Legal Secretary

Dallas, TX · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Legal Secretary Location (City, State): Addison, TX Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively * Professional demeanor with a high level of ...

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Legal Secretary/Assistant

Garden City, NY · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Legal Secretary -- Full Time (In-Person) Garden City, NY A small, well-established litigation and ... Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Schedule & Location * Full-time, ...

Legal Secretary

Dallas, TX · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Legal Secretary Location (City, State): Addison, TX Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 ... Ability to work both independently and collaboratively * Professional demeanor with a high level of ...

About the Position We are seeking a Legal Secretary with Civil Litigation and strong Litigation ... Ability to work and think independently. * Knowledge of legal formats, procedures, and terminology.

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$25 - $28/hr

Legal Secretary Location: Tulsa, OK, Remote Work Schedule: M-F, 8 - 5 Type of Employment: Contract ... working independently on: * Pleadings * Discovery * Motion preparation * E-discovery matters ...

Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$33.65 - $43.27/hr

About the Position We are seeking a Legal Secretary with Civil Litigation and strong Litigation ... independently. Knowledge of legal formats, procedures, and terminology.Graduation from high school ...

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How much do independent contractor legal secretary jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for independent contractor legal secretary in the United States is $53,278.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an independent contractor legal secretary?

To thrive as an Independent Contractor Legal Secretary, you need strong legal terminology knowledge, document preparation, and organizational skills, often supported by a certificate in legal studies or equivalent experience. Familiarity with legal case management software, word processing tools, and electronic filing systems is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure accuracy, meet deadlines, and maintain the high standards required in legal environments.

What is an independent contractor legal secretary?

An Independent Contractor Legal Secretary is a professional who provides administrative and clerical support to lawyers or law firms on a contract basis, rather than as a full-time employee. Their duties may include preparing legal documents, managing schedules, handling correspondence, and organizing case files. As independent contractors, they typically work for multiple clients, set their own hours, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. This arrangement offers flexibility for both the secretary and the law firm, allowing firms to scale their administrative support as needed.

How does working as an independent contractor legal secretary differ from a traditional in-house legal secretary role?

As an independent contractor legal secretary, you typically have more flexibility in choosing your clients and setting your schedule compared to an in-house position. However, this independence also means you are responsible for managing your own workload, invoicing, and sometimes providing your own equipment or software. You may work remotely with several attorneys or firms at once, requiring strong time management and communication skills to handle varying expectations and deadlines. Additionally, you are responsible for your own taxes and benefits, which requires careful planning and organization.
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Floater Legal Secretary

Sullivan & Worcester LLP

Boston, MA • On-site

$47K - $65K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Company Description
Sullivan & Worcester is a leading corporate law firm advising clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging businesses. With more than 175 lawyers in Boston, London, New York and Washington, D.C., the firm offers services in a wide range of areas, including corporate finance, banking, trade finance, securities and mutual funds, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, tax, real estate and REITs, private equity and venture capital, bankruptcy, environment and natural resources, renewable energy and water resources, regulatory law, and employment and benefits. ZAG-S&W - a joint venture between Israel-based Zysman, Aharoni, Gayer & Co. and Sullivan & Worcester - provides counsel to Israel-based companies and U.S. companies with Israeli interests on a variety of legal matters including access to capital markets, corporate issues, and tax. For more information please visit www.sandw.com.Sullivan & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Job Description
Sullivan & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform general administration and secretarial tasks such as typing and proofreading documents, maintaining files and answering phones
  • Organize and maintain attorneys calendars, including travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
  • Open new client matters
  • Client billing and related forms
  • Prepare and submit expense reports
  • Input and/or update attorneys time entries
  • Act as backup to other legal secretaries to support additional attorneys or paralegals when necessary to assist with overflow work

Qualifications
  • Associates Degree preferred
  • 3+ years secretarial experience
  • Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Works effectively, calmly and quickly under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to prioritize and multi task
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of team
  • Ability to maintain and handle confidential information
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.