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Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Legal Support Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$73K - $105K/yr

The Opportunity As a Legal Support Assistant supporting Labor & Employment practitioners, you will provide a variety of legal secretarial and administrative duties for assigned attorneys. You will be ...

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$20/hr

... * Assist in designing and maintaining databases to support contract management, regulatory licensure and reporting, corporate information, recordkeeping, and tracking developing legal issues ...

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$20/hr

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Washington, DC

$58K - $72K/yr

The Legal Support Assistant provides administrative support to the assigned attorneys, paralegals, and secretaries within the Litigation Practice Group. This position functions as a liaison between ...

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Seattle, WA · On-site

Under minimal supervision, performs various administrative and other duties to support lawyers, paralegals, legal practice, and executive assistants, and assigned teams. Maintains positive ...

Maricopa

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Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$18.50 - $20.50/hr

Job Type Unclassified Department County Attorney About the Position This Legal Support Assistant performs a variety of entry-level specialized clerical support duties of limited complexity with ...

Alston

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Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Work alongside Legal Administrative Assistants to support with various administrative duties and projects for attorneys. * Using Chrome River, process expense reports in a timely manner for ...

Alston & Bird's

Legal Support Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Work alongside Legal Administrative Assistants to support with various administrative duties and projects for attorneys. * Using Chrome River, process expense reports in a timely manner for ...

Cooley LLP

Legal Support Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$47.50 - $58.50/hr

Work with, delegate and provide mentorship to practice team assistants as appropriate * Keep ... Legal Support Assistant - $35.00 - $38.50/hour ($68,250.00 - $75,075.00 annually) Legal Support ...

Cooley LLP

Legal Support Specialist

Reston, VA · On-site

$98K - $121K/yr

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How much do legal support assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal support assistant in the United States is $21.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Legal Support Assistant and how do they support attorneys and paralegals?

Legal Support Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of legal teams by handling tasks such as organizing case files, preparing legal documents, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence. On a daily basis, they often assist with filing court documents, maintaining calendars for attorneys, and conducting basic legal research. Their support allows attorneys and paralegals to focus on more complex legal work, making them an essential part of the legal team. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are key to successfully managing these varied responsibilities.

What are Legal Support Assistants?

Legal Support Assistants are administrative professionals who provide vital support to lawyers and legal teams. Their responsibilities typically include preparing legal documents, managing files, scheduling appointments, and maintaining correspondence. They ensure that the office runs smoothly and that attorneys have the information and resources they need to serve their clients effectively. Legal Support Assistants may work in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Legal Support Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legal Support Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of legal terminology, often supported by an associate degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and document management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, discretion, and time management are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate document handling, efficient case support, and smooth workflow within legal teams.

What is the difference between Legal Support Assistant vs Paralegal?

AspectLegal Support AssistantParalegal
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal teams, government offices
Job ResponsibilitiesAdministrative support, document preparation, schedulingLegal research, drafting documents, case management
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used for administrative roles in legal settingsUsed for legal research and case preparation roles

The main difference is that Legal Support Assistants focus on administrative and clerical tasks, while Paralegals handle more substantive legal work like research and document drafting. Both roles are essential in legal environments but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

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Legal Support Assistant

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$73K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Why Seyfarth
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you'll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.
The Opportunity
As a Legal Support Assistant supporting Labor & Employment practitioners, you will provide a variety of legal secretarial and administrative duties for assigned attorneys. You will be responsible for interacting with colleagues in a team setting and upholding the image of the Firm by maintaining positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff, and observing confidentiality of client matters.
The Day-To-Day
On any given day, you will be working with firm leadership, partners, and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will:
  • Draft, input, revise and finalize, routine correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents.
  • File legal documents in federal and state courts, including e-filing in all courts and agencies; prepare documents for service of process; prepare case "shell" documents for use by attorneys.
  • Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.
  • Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.
  • Maintain good public relations with clients.
  • Review all incoming mail, calendar and distribute to teams as needed and upload to the DMS.
  • Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery.
  • Prepare expense reports, manage vendor invoices, mailings, and request checks as needed.
  • Enter attorney time and send time entry reminders.
  • Schedule appointments and make arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel.
  • Complete client/matter intake processes; request conflicts of interest checks; open new files and prepare files to be closed.
  • Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g., word processing, receptionists, file/document clerks, office services).
  • Provide overflow and absence coverage assistance as well as secretarial support for Secretarial Team Members' attorneys.
  • Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

You Have
  • 2-5 years of experience as a Legal Support Assistant (or equivalent title) with an emphasis in labor & employment.
  • Recent experience at a large, national firm.
  • Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.
  • High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  • Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.
  • Familiarity with Carpe Diem, Aderant, iManage/DMS, Chrome River, Forte or similar technology.
  • The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands of multiple attorney assignments.
  • Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.
  • Good attendance and punctuality.

What We Provide
Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.
More About Seyfarth
With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.
Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
Location Specific Language
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The salary range for this role is $73,000 - $105,000 annually, which is based on a 37.5-hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in San Francisco. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
  • 2-5 years of experience as a Legal Support Assistant (or equivalent title) with an emphasis in labor & employment.
  • Recent experience at a large, national firm.
  • Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.
  • High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  • Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.
  • Familiarity with Carpe Diem, Aderant, iManage/DMS, Chrome River, Forte or similar technology.
  • The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands of multiple attorney assignments.
  • Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.
  • Good attendance and punctuality.

On any given day, you will be working with firm leadership, partners, and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will:
  • Draft, input, revise and finalize, routine correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents.
  • File legal documents in federal and state courts, including e-filing in all courts and agencies; prepare documents for service of process; prepare case "shell" documents for use by attorneys.
  • Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.
  • Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.
  • Maintain good public relations with clients.
  • Review all incoming mail, calendar and distribute to teams as needed and upload to the DMS.
  • Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery.
  • Prepare expense reports, manage vendor invoices, mailings, and request checks as needed.
  • Enter attorney time and send time entry reminders.
  • Schedule appointments and make arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel.
  • Complete client/matter intake processes; request conflicts of interest checks; open new files and prepare files to be closed.
  • Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g., word processing, receptionists, file/document clerks, office services).
  • Provide overflow and absence coverage assistance as well as secretarial support for Secretarial Team Members' attorneys.
  • Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

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