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ABC Legal Services

Legal File Clerk

Phoenix, AZ

$17/hr

ABC Legal Services is proud to be the national leader in service of process. We are a team of 1000 and growing with offices in Los Angeles, Oklahoma City, Phoenix, Brooklyn, Chicago, Washington DC ...

Hooks Meng & Clement

Legal Assistant

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$45K/yr

Your role will be pivotal in ensuring cases move efficiently and clients receive the high-quality service they deserve. You'll be providing essential administrative and legal support to our attorneys ...

LOGS Legal Group LLP

Legal Assistant II

Bannockburn, IL · On-site +1

$35K - $41K/yr

From default servicing to real estate, our evolving service offerings continue to reflect our ... Legal Service benefit for all employees * Hospital and accident indemnity coverage * National ...

Worley

Senior Legal Services Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

... the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning ... This position serves as a key member of the legal team, providing a blend of paralegal, legal ...

CJE SeniorLife

Manager of Legal Services

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

Maintains relationships with outside legal service partners and referral resources for matters Goldberg Legal Services does not handle. * Supports the Director of Legal and Financial Client Services ...

LOGS Legal Group LLP

Legal Assistant II

Bannockburn, IL · Remote

$35K - $41K/yr

From default servicing to real estate, our evolving service offerings continue to reflect our ... Legal Service benefit for all employees * Hospital and accident indemnity coverage * National ...

Weinberg Community

Maintains relationships with outside legal service partners and referral resources for matters Goldberg Legal Services does not handle. * Supports the Director of Legal and Financial Client Services ...

Ricoh USA, Inc.

Legal Office Services Specialist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$19.46 - $25.13/hr

A Senior Legal Onsite Service Specialist must possess a high level of presentation skills, interpersonal etiquette, and customer service skills to communicate effectively with senior-level attorneys ...

CJE SeniorLife

Manager of Legal Services

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

Maintains relationships with outside legal service partners and referral resources for matters Goldberg Legal Services does not handle. * Supports the Director of Legal and Financial Client Services ...

Banner Health

Director Legal Operations

Phoenix, AZ

This role bridges legal expertise with business operations, technology, and process management to enhance legal service delivery across the organization. This role will have the opportunity to impact ...

Bannerhealth

Director Legal Operations

Banner, IL

This role bridges legal expertise with business operations, technology, and process management to enhance legal service delivery across the organization. This role will have the opportunity to impact ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal service in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are legal services?

Legal services refer to the professional assistance provided by licensed legal practitioners, such as lawyers or paralegals, to help individuals, businesses, or organizations with legal matters. These services can include legal advice, representation in court, preparation of legal documents, and negotiation of contracts. Legal service providers help clients understand their rights, comply with laws, and resolve disputes effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in legal service, and why are they important?

To thrive in Legal Services, you need a strong understanding of legal principles, research skills, and typically a law degree or relevant certification such as a JD or paralegal qualification. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and document preparation tools is important. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication set top professionals apart in this field. These skills ensure accurate legal work, client trust, and the ability to navigate complex legal environments successfully.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in legal service, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in legal services often encounter tight deadlines, high workloads, and the need to stay updated with constantly changing laws and regulations. Managing these challenges typically involves strong organizational skills, effective time management, and ongoing professional development. Many legal teams foster collaboration and regular communication to help distribute work evenly and ensure quality. Utilizing legal technology and maintaining a healthy work-life balance are also important strategies for managing stress and meeting client expectations.

What is the difference between Legal Service vs Paralegal?

AspectLegal ServiceParalegal
Required CredentialsLegal degree or license, depending on jurisdictionAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, courts, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, legal departments, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageLegal professionals providing legal advice or representationSupporting legal professionals with research, document preparation

Legal Service providers are typically licensed attorneys offering legal advice and representation, while paralegals assist attorneys with research, document drafting, and case preparation. Both roles work closely within the legal industry, but Legal Service involves practicing law directly, whereas paralegals support legal work without providing legal advice independently.

What jobs are considered legal services?

Legal services encompass a range of jobs such as lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, and legal clerks who provide legal advice, document preparation, and representation. These roles typically require knowledge of law, strong research skills, and often relevant certifications or licenses. They are performed in law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and courts.
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Infographic showing various Legal Service job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,258 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Legal Secretary

Lamont, CA • On-site

CALIFORNIA RURAL LEGAL ASSISTANCE INC
Law Firms • 51 - 200 employees
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$22.56 - $34.41/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Drafts legal correspondence, forms, petitions, pleadings, motions, and discovery and informational material.

  • Files documents with the court, maintains records related to legal matters, and ensures deadlines are met.

  • Performs secretarial duties such as managing filing systems, appointment calendars, answering inquiries, and operating office machines.

Job description

WHO WE ARE: California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is an anti-poverty law firm that dismantles unjust systems through community lawyering in California's historically rural areas. We work with people priced out of private legal representation so they can uphold civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through our 17 Rural Justice Centers, communities can access a broad range of legal tools, including direct legal services, place-based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions, and specialized litigation to advance civil rights.
  • Position: Legal Secretary
  • Experience: 1 + years of experience as a Legal Secretary or equivalent experience providing administrative support
  • Application Deadline: Open until filled
  • Location: Hybrid - Lamont
  • Other: FLSA Non-Exempt, Union Position, Full-Time

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Drafts a variety of legal correspondence, forms, petitions, pleadings, motions, and discovery and informational material.
  • Types, reviews, and independently composes outgoing correspondence to ensure all legal documents/enclosures are in proper processing order and that correspondence is grammatically correct.
  • Files documents with the court and stay updated with changes in local court rules and procedural requirements for litigation.
  • Maintains records relating to legal matters in process and ensures that legal requirements and deadlines are met.
  • Performs various responsible secretarial duties such as setting up and/or maintaining filing systems and appointment calendars, answering inquiries over the phone or in person, and managing secretarial and administrative details with minimum direction.
  • Operates a variety of office machines.
  • Input case and project information into CMS, including time records, calendaring, and other information as directed.
  • Provides support to and works closely with the CEI Administrative Legal Secretary as needed.
  • Assists with library maintenance.
  • Performs other normal law office duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • At least one year of legal secretarial experience or equivalent.
  • Type 55-60 w.p.m.
  • Knowledge of computer software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Windows.
  • WordPerfect, Microsoft Office Suite, Table of Authorities, Internet & email skills.
  • Ability to learn data entry and correctly enter information into CRLA's case management system.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn and obtain proficiency in all office equipment functions such as copiers, fax, and scanners.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all CRLA staff, clients, and community organizations.
  • Ability to maintain client confidentiality at all times.
  • Bilingual (English & Spanish) with a strong preference for candidates who are trilingual in an Indigenous Latin American language.

Preferred Education and Experience--A highly qualified and desirable candidate would also have the following:
  • Experience working with low-income families and communities.
  • Experience in a non-profit legal services environment.
  • Prior experience in legal services.
  • Experience working with Indigenous Latin American communities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
We offer a diverse, family-friendly environment and compensation based on competitive public interest salaries; generous benefits package which includes 100% employer-covered medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance for employees and up to 50% for dependents coverage; and 401K retirement plan with CRLA contribution effective immediately. Generous paid leave policy which includes; 15 days of sick leave, 12 days of wellness day off, 15 holidays each year, and vacation (accrue 15 days for the first year of service and 20 days after one year of service at CRLA). This is a union position (Legal Service Workers for Rural California "LSWRC" ), and the estimated starting hourly range for this position is $22.56 - $34.41 (placement in the range is primarily determined by years of related experience). The employee may qualify for a multilingual differential pay of $70 for oral and $50 for written, on a pay period basis.
CRLA requires that all employees are Fully Vaccinated, defined as a CDC-approved COVID vaccination and one booster shot. This offer is contingent on meeting this requirement. The complete vaccination policy, including the process for reasonable allowable accommodations, is available for your review upon request.
APPLICATION:
CRLA invites all applicants to submit their resume and in their cover letter a statement about how their unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.
California Rural Legal Assistance thrives on our diversity and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

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