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Addison Group

Legal Administrative Assistant

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$20/hr

Legal Administrative Assistant Industry: Professional Services Location (City, State): Tulsa, OK Assignment Type: Part-Time Temporary Contract Pay: $20/hr Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12:00 p.m. - 4 ...

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How much do legal administrative assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal administrative assistant in the United States is $53,753.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $64,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a legal administrative assistant?

Legal administrative assistants work with attorneys and paralegals to perform day-to-day office tasks. As a legal administrative assistant, you work in an office, courthouse, or similar legal setting. Your responsibilities include drafting legal paperwork and other documents without direct supervision, bookkeeping, data entry, proofreading, and conducting basic legal research. You interact with other legal administrative assistants on a daily basis. An understanding of legal jargon and strong computer skills are essential for this position.

What are some common challenges legal administrative assistants face when managing multiple attorneys' caseloads?

Legal Administrative Assistants often support several attorneys simultaneously, each with their own deadlines and case priorities. Balancing conflicting schedules, managing a high volume of documents, and ensuring timely filing with courts can be challenging. Effective organization, clear communication, and proficiency with legal software are essential for staying on top of tasks and preventing errors. Proactively anticipating attorneys' needs and regularly updating task lists can help manage these demands efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a legal administrative assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legal Administrative Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures, typically supported by an associate's degree or legal secretary certification. Familiarity with legal case management software, document management systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential technical requirements. Excellent written and verbal communication, discretion, and the ability to multitask under pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate legal documentation, efficient office operations, and effective support for attorneys and clients.

What is the difference between Legal Administrative Assistant vs Paralegal?

AspectLegal Administrative AssistantParalegal
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certificationsAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Job ResponsibilitiesAdministrative support, scheduling, document managementLegal research, drafting documents, assisting attorneys

The main difference is that Legal Administrative Assistants focus on administrative tasks, while Paralegals handle more substantive legal work like research and document preparation. Both roles support legal professionals but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Legal Administrative Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,753 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Bowman and Brooke

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Bowman and Brooke LLP is a national product liability law firm with more than 200 lawyers in 17 offices known for defending household name manufacturers of motor vehicles, medical devices, pharmaceuticals and consumer products in high exposure, technically intricate lawsuits throughout all 50 states. We have surpassed our 1,000th trial milestone, affirming our rank as one of the foremost product liability trial firms in the country.

We are actively searching for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant (Legal Secretary) to join our team in our Phoenix, Arizona office. Our legal administrative assistants play a vital role on our case teams and are respected for their ideas and contributions.  The ideal candidate will possess excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. Your confidence and communication skills will help you develop strong professional relationships with our team.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities: As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will work alongside attorneys and paralegals to ensure our clients receive best-in-class service.

Skills:

  • Prepare legal documents and correspondence
  • File documents in state and federal courts
  • Prepare binders for attorneys and judges
  • Create and save documents and emails to iManage (document management system) in accordance with firm policy
  • Experience with obtaining documents from online court directories
  • Schedule meetings and other calendar commitments
  • Calendaring legal due dates in CompuLaw
  • Make travel arrangements and process expense reports
  • Process client disbursements and AP invoices
  • Organize and maintain case files
  • Supporting overall Bowman and Brooke administrative needs by assisting team members where needed

Qualifications:

  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Exceptional computer skills 
  • Ability to work overtime when the need arises
  • Heavy computer use

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum of 5+ years of legal experience required
  • Civil Litigation experience required
  • Knowledge of California rules and procedures preferred
  • Demonstrated employment stability

Benefits

Benefits:  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm paid life, disability, domestic partner benefits; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions; nine paid holidays; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more! We enjoy a casual atmosphere and attire. 

Apply with your resume, cover letter referencing this position, and your salary requirements.  If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you directly.

Visit us on the web to learn more about our firm:   www.bowmanandbrooke.com.

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Equal Opportunity Employer