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Perkins Coie LLP

Legal Support Assistant

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 ...

Alston

Legal Support Assistant

Dallas, TX

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

Legal Support Assistant

Los Angeles, CA

$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

Dallas, TX · On-site

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

Legal Support Specialist

Boston, MA

$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

Boston, MA

$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

Boston, MA

$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

Legal Support Specialist

Boston, MA

$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

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 ...

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How much do legal support assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 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

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is actively recruiting a Legal Support Assistant in our Houston office. This position provides administrative support for the Private Wealth Advisors team of the firm's Tax & ERISA practice, clients and the firm. Works within a team environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
  1. Provides general administrative support for legal teams and to attorneys including, but not limited to, time entry, timely processing of expenses, answering phones, organizing Inbox, maintaining calendars and contacts, reviewing and routing internal and external mail and managing client matter files and folders.
  2. Complies with the firm's Client File Maintenance policy for managing the client file for both electronic and hardcopy files. Ensures a central electronic file is maintained for each client matter and all hardcopy files are barcoded and labeled appropriately at the inception of and throughout the life of each client matter and ensures timely closing of files. Maintains and monitors workrooms to ensure files are in compliance with our Records policy.
  3. Coordinates with attorneys to ensure client/matter electronic materials (emails, documents, etc.) are stored in iManage and not to Outlook folders, drives, etc. Communicates directly with assigned attorneys to determine if assistance is needed to file electronic material appropriately. As needed, provides appropriate level of administrative support to attorneys to manage electronic files (e.g. managing attorney's Inbox, moving emails from Outlook folders to iManage, separating attachments and filing in appropriate files).
  4. Ensures lawyer time is entered on a daily basis; reviews timekeeper diaries and enters time in iTimekeep; ensures time entries follow client guidelines, or, when client guidelines are absent, firm guidelines; reviews pre-bills to ensure entries are recorded to the correct matters.
  5. Assists with client bill preparation by using narrative edit tool to make grammatical revisions (only) to prebills; drafts transmittal letters for client invoices as needed; provides updates to assigned Client Accounting Coordinator of any change in client contact information in a timely manner. Assists assigned Client Accounting Coordinator with collection efforts as needed.
  6. Organizes files and maintains correspondence, documents and electronic files and ensures that files are closed upon completion and sent to Records for storage in accordance with established policies.
  7. Arranges appointments, coordinates meetings, reserves conference rooms, arranges for teleconferencing and equipment set-up; prepares and submits timely manual and electronic expense reimbursement and other payment requests; understands and follows firm policies and procedures, coding and approval requirements related to firm and client charges; anticipates needs and proactively seeks to avoid rush and emergency payment requests.
  8. Performs special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred
  2. Experience: Experience in a professional services office or other legal support experience preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Office required
  3. Other Qualifications: Accurate typing, word processing skills and ability to pay strict attention to detail. Spelling, punctuation and use of grammar must be of high quality. Must have strong organizational skills, exercise initiative and exhibit exceptional verbal communication and listening skills. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed for transcription, extensive reading and moderate or advanced keyboard usage. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through both written and oral communications. Ability to lift, carry, reach, stoop or bend, at times repetitively, for tasks involving filing or movement of files/supplies weighing up to 5-10 pounds. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. This role requires in-office attendance in accordance with the policies set by your local office, team, and/or Firm. Ability to maintain flexibility regarding work assignments to work overtime on short notice required. Ability to work in a cooperative manner as a member of a team. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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