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How much do legal secretary legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal secretary legal assistant 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 is a legal secretary legal assistant?

Legal Secretaries and Legal Assistants are professionals who provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal teams. Their duties often include preparing legal documents, managing schedules, filing court papers, and communicating with clients. While both roles assist with legal office tasks, Legal Assistants (sometimes called paralegals) may also conduct legal research and help prepare cases, whereas Legal Secretaries focus more on administrative work. Both roles are essential for the smooth operation of law offices and legal departments.

How do legal secretaries and legal assistants typically collaborate with attorneys and other legal professionals in a law firm setting?

Legal Secretaries and Legal Assistants play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by managing correspondence, scheduling, and preparing legal documents. They often work closely with paralegals, clerks, and other administrative staff to ensure deadlines are met and legal procedures are followed. Collaboration is essential, as they may coordinate meetings, gather case materials, and communicate with clients on behalf of attorneys. Effective teamwork and strong organizational skills are key to thriving in this dynamic environment.

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

To thrive as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures, often supported by an associate degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with legal management software, document preparation tools, and filing systems is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication, discretion, and the ability to multitask are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure efficient legal operations, accurate document handling, and effective support for attorneys and clients.

What is the difference between Legal Secretary Legal Assistant vs Paralegal?

AspectLegal Secretary Legal AssistantParalegal
CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; certification optionalAssociate's or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, courtsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Job ResponsibilitiesManaging schedules, preparing legal documents, filing, client communicationLegal research, drafting documents, case preparation, assisting attorneys
Common UsageAdministrative support role, often entry-levelLegal research and casework, more substantive legal tasks

Legal Secretaries and Legal Assistants often share similar work environments and credentials, but Paralegals typically perform more substantive legal work and usually hold specialized education or certification. While Legal Secretaries focus on administrative tasks, Paralegals are more involved in case preparation and legal research.

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Infographic showing various Legal Secretary Legal Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,278 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant - IP Litigation

Del Mar, CA • On-site

Procopio Cory Hargreaves
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$85K - $100K/yr

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Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

We're hiring an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant / Litigation Legal Secretary to support a busy Intellectual Property Litigation team in our downtown San Diego office. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting complex, high-stakes matters.
What You'll Do
You'll play a key role in supporting attorneys handling sophisticated intellectual property and complex commercial litigation matters in federal courts and administrative forums. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, responsive, and capable of managing a heavy litigation desk with competing deadlines.
Responsibilities include:

  • Drafting, formatting, proofreading, and managing pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, correspondence, and other litigation documents
  • Handling heavy district court e-filing, including federal court filings without the use of a full-service e-filing vendor
  • Maintaining attorney calendars and tracking litigation deadlines across multiple matters
  • Communicating professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
  • Assisting attorneys with logistics and preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and case strategy meetings
  • Supporting matters involving coordinated or complex litigation procedures, including JCCP matters where applicable
  • Assisting with matters before the International Trade Commission ("ITC"), or learning ITC procedures and filing requirements as needed
  • Collaborating closely with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative team members to support the overall needs of the practice group
What We're Looking For
  • At least 7 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation legal secretary experience within a law firm environment
  • Intellectual property litigation experience strongly preferred; substantial federal court filing experience will also be considered
  • Experience with district court e-filing and federal litigation procedures required
  • Familiarity with JCCP or other complex litigation matters preferred
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
  • Flexibility and willingness to work occasional late hours to support filing deadlines and trial needs
  • Ability to work in the San Diego office at least three days per week
  • Interest in or ability to support billable work is a plus

Procopio's Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $85,000 - $100,000+ depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation, as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy. There are also opportunities for advancement within the group.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.

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