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Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$50K - $55K/yr

We're offering an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in our Washington, D.C., office. This is a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your career in the legal field while providing ...

Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.

Legal Support Assistant

Nashua, NH · On-site

$25/hr

Legal Support Assistant (Full-Time) Shaheen and Gordon, P.A., Attorneys at Law, is seeking an outgoing, energetic and detail-oriented full-time Legal Support Assistant to join our team. The hours for ...

FBT Gibbons LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Columbus, OH · On-site

We are currently seeking a Legal Support Assistant to join our Client Support Team and provide high-quality administrative and legal support to attorneys, timekeepers, and colleagues in a ...

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 ...

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Baltimore, MD · Hybrid

$50K - $55K/yr

We're offering an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in our Baltimore office. This is a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your career in the legal field while providing support to ...

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

We're offering an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in our Baltimore office. This is a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your career in the legal field while providing support to ...

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

We're offering an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in our Washington, D.C., office. This is a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your career in the legal field while providing ...

Burr & Forman

Legal Support Assistant

Charlotte, NC · On-site

The Legal Support Assistant provides comprehensive IP docketing services to the firm, including foreign and domestic patent and trademark docketing. This role involves performing complex ...

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Seattle, WA · On-site

$52K - $62K/yr

We have an exciting opportunity available in our Seattle office for a Legal Support Assistant to support our legal administrative assistants (LAAs). The selected individual will provide support with ...

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$52K - $62K/yr

We have an exciting opportunity available in our Seattle office for a Legal Support Assistant to support our legal administrative assistants (LAAs). The selected individual will provide support with ...

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Houston, TX · On-site

The Opportunity As a Legal Support Assistant, you will perform a range of secretarial and administrative tasks for assigned attorneys. This role involves working collaboratively with colleagues in a ...

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Miami, FL · On-site

The Opportunity As a Legal Support Assistant, you will provide a variety of legal support and administrative duties for assigned attorneys and paralegals in a new office setting. You will be ...

Burr & Forman

Legal Support Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

C. office of Burr & Forman LLP seeks a legal support assistant to work 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. With one firm culture across our 20 offices, Burr & Forman is committed to our clients ...

Proskauer

Legal Support Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$55K/yr

The Legal Support Assistant (LSA) Program is a dynamic, entry-level opportunity designed for recent and upcoming college graduates looking to launch their careers in a professional services ...

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How much do legal support assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 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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Infographic showing various Legal Support Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,421 per year, or $21.4 per hour.
Legal Support Assistant

Legal Support Assistant

Strong & Hanni

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Strong and Hanni Law Firm

Legal Support Assistant

Strong and Hanni is seeking a professional Legal Support Assistant. This position provides backup administrative support to our litigation and transactional Legal Administrative Assistants. This position has been designed as an opportunity to grow a career within a dynamic law firm environment. Prior law firm experience is not required.

Seeking a candidate that is dependable, has a strong work ethic, and can work efficiently in a professional environment. This is a full-time, in-office position supporting both our downtown and Sandy, Utah offices.

Established in 1888, Strong and Hanni is one of Utah's most respected and experienced law firms. Strong and Hanni is well known for its trial practice both in state and federal court along with its business and personal legal services including commercial litigation, corporate and commercial representation, general business, securities, tax, employment law, construction law, governmental liability, family law, product liability, professional liability and much more. Strong and Hanni with its 95 attorneys is proud of its service to its clients and its reputation in the legal community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Transcribe documents from dictated recordings
  • Create tables of contents and table of authorities
  • Proofread documents for grammatical, spelling, and formatting errors
  • File with state and federal courts
  • Compile subpoena packets using mail merge function
  • Scan and copy documents
  • Assist in scheduling meetings
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication, oral and written
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other members of the firms support staff
  • Full understanding of document creation using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat
  • Have strong organizational and "follow up" skills
  • Ability to prioritize assignments ensuring deadlines are reached
  • Take ownership of work product

Expected Schedule: full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 hour day between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. Some flexibility can be arranged.

Benefits:

  • Paid holidays
  • Generous 401(k) retirement
  • Paid vacation and sick time off
  • Health - Select Health plan
  • Paid dental
  • Paid life insurance
  • Paid covered parking or UTA pass