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Greenberg Traurig LLP

Legal Support Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$41.57 - $45.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures or agency rules of assigned practice group/dept. (ex. State and Federal court filing, including e-filings). * Experience with e-filing. Technology

Collabera

Proofreader-Legal

New York, NY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings ...

Pernini Legal

Coding Services Manager

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Coding Services Manager We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Coding Services Manager to lead physician office and professional fee coding operations within a dynamic healthcare ...

TriHealth

Coding Educator

Cincinnati, OH

$26.25 - $29.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Under the direction of the Coding Manager, responsible for conducting coding education programs for coding specialists and physicians to ensure correct coding, legal compliance and complete charge ...

TriHealth

Coding Educator

Cincinnati, OH · On-site +1

$26.25 - $29.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Under the direction of the Coding Manager, responsible for conducting coding education programs for coding specialists and physicians to ensure correct coding, legal compliance and complete charge ...

Graybar

Senior Legal Assistant - Contract Law

Clayton, MO · On-site

$61K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research and summarize contractual terms and conditions, statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, executive orders and legal codes. * Identify and discuss risks and advise company ...

Graybar

Senior Legal Assistant - Contract Law

Clayton, MO

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research and summarize contractual terms and conditions, statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, executive orders and legal codes. * Identify and discuss risks and advise company ...

Graiwer Kaplan Vernik & Evans, LLP

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We specialize in Workers' Compensation Injures, Catastrophic Injuries, Serious & Willful Misconduct, and Labor Code Section 132(a) claims. We are looking to hire an experienced Legal Secretary to ...

Tenet Health

Coding Educator

San Antonio, TX

$24.50 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Coding Educator ensures the TPR organization meets all governmental and payer coding guidelines ... Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance ...

PathGroup

Coding Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with our Institutional, federal, and state regulations. * Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and use critical ...

PathGroup

Coding Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with our Institutional, federal, and state regulations. * Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and use critical ...

Tenet Health

Coding Educator

San Antonio, TX

$24.50 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Coding Educator ensures the TPR organization meets all governmental and payer coding guidelines ... Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance ...

St. Joseph's Health

Certified Coding Auditor

Paterson, NJ

$27.75 - $31.50/hr

Must be knowledgeable of legal, regulatory and policy compliance issues related to medical coding and billing procedures and documentation. Ability to communicate clearly to professional ...

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PathGroup

Coding Specialist

Nashville, TN

Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with our Institutional, federal, and state regulations. * Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and use critical ...

Tenet Health

Coding Educator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$24.50 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Coding Educator ensures the TPR organization meets all governmental and payer coding guidelines ... Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance ...

St. Joseph's Health

Certified Coding Auditor

Paterson, NJ

$27.75 - $31.50/hr

Must be knowledgeable of legal, regulatory and policy compliance issues related to medical coding and billing procedures and documentation. Ability to communicate clearly to professional ...

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How much do legal coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal coding in the United States is $24.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Legal Coding vs Medical Coding?

AspectLegal CodingMedical Coding
Required CertificationsLegal Coding certifications (e.g., AHIMA's Certified Legal Coder)Medical Coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS)
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, courtsHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Industry UsageLegal industry, law officesHealthcare industry, medical facilities
Common Search/ComparisonLegal Coding vs Medical Coding

Legal Coding and Medical Coding both involve assigning codes to documents or records, but they serve different industries. Legal Coding focuses on legal documents and requires certifications related to legal terminology, while Medical Coding pertains to healthcare records and medical procedures. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or job focus within their respective industries.

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

To thrive as a Legal Coder, you need a strong understanding of legal terminology, document review processes, and attention to detail, typically supported by a background in law or paralegal studies. Familiarity with eDiscovery software, document management systems, and coding protocols like Relativity or Concordance is often required. Excellent organizational skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines are important soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities ensure accurate categorization of legal documents, support effective litigation processes, and maintain compliance with legal standards.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in legal coding, and how can they be addressed?

Legal Coding professionals often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex legal documents accurately and ensuring consistency in coding according to project-specific guidelines. Deadlines can be tight, especially during large-scale litigation or discovery projects, and attention to detail is critical to avoid costly errors. Collaborating with attorneys and project managers helps clarify ambiguities and maintain quality. Staying organized and regularly reviewing project updates can help address these challenges and support effective teamwork.

What is legal coding?

Legal coding is the process of organizing, categorizing, and indexing documents and data related to legal cases. This often involves assigning specific fields or tags—such as document type, author, date, and relevant case information—to enable efficient searching and retrieval during litigation or discovery. Legal coders play a vital role in electronic discovery (eDiscovery) and case management, helping law firms and legal departments manage large volumes of documents accurately and efficiently.

Is it hard to become a certified legal coder?

Becoming a certified legal coder typically requires completing specialized training or education in medical or legal coding, gaining relevant experience, and passing certification exams such as the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Associate (CCA). The difficulty depends on your background, study effort, and familiarity with coding systems like ICD or CPT, but with dedicated preparation, certification is achievable. Many employers value certification as it demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in legal or medical coding environments.
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Infographic showing various Legal Coding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,992 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Legal Support Specialist

Greenberg Traurig LLP

New York, NY • On-site

$41.57 - $45.94/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Greenberg Traurig rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 34 rated law firms

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our Team as a Legal Support Specialist located in our New York City office.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success and anticipating needs. If you are someone who values precision, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact.
This role will be based in our New York City Office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building.
Position Summary
The Legal Support Specialist will provide high-level legal support to a team of attorneys. They will also provide a wide range of complex technical, document processing, and administrative services in the assigned practice group/department(s).
The successful candidate will effectively manage all aspects of the professional responsibilities of the assigned attorneys. This role also requires extensive coordination with clients. Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinates creation of legal documents as well as the editing, proofreading, and processing of legal documents upon request of assigned attorneys, including correspondence, memoranda, closing documents, pleadings, or other practice specific documents.
  • Maintains legal files (both paper & electronic), organizes and files documents in designated order.
  • Updates case information, scans and organizes legal files.
  • Manages document deliveries and tracks final executed documentation.
  • Receives and evaluates telephone calls for supported attorneys, fielding calls and conveying messages as necessary. Communicates with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and liaisons.
  • Collaborates and works with Paralegals and other legal support team members where applicable.
  • Attends team strategy meetings.
  • Understands firm available resources and leverage most effective resource for desired results.
  • Assists with overflow work and other special projects as assigned

Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
  • Skilled in handling administrative tasks such as attorney time entry, travel arrangements and processing invoices and expenses.
  • High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation.
  • Ability to collaborate well in a team.
  • Recognizes confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain such information as confidential.
  • Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Education & Prior Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • 3 years of experience within a law firm or other professional organization.
  • Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures or agency rules of assigned practice group/dept. (ex. State and Federal court filing, including e-filings).
  • Experience with e-filing.

Technology
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies.
  • Exceptional computer skills and ability to learn new software applications quickly.
  • Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environment.
  • Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms) to support daily workflow and/or improve work quality.

The expected pay range for this position is:
$41.57 - $45.94 per hour
Salary will be determined based upon education, experience, job related factors permitted by law, internal equity, and market data, including geographic pay differentials in locations where market pay differs from the national average. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual's race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.

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