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Emerson Group

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Legal Assistant

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

Temp-to-Perm Our client is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their team in Cherry Hill, NJ. This is an excellent temp-to-permanent opportunity offering hands-on litigation ...

Abacus Group

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Legal Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$70 - $75/hr

They seek a temp Legal Assistant to join their Manhattan, NY office. Responsibilities * Support attorneys with daily administrative and legal operations, including document preparation, scheduling ...

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Above All Personnel

Legal Assistant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$18/hr

Seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a small law office ... Hours: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Company Description Above All Personnel is a certified temporary ...

A.R. Mazzotta

Legal Secretary

Bridgeport, CT

$20.61/hr

We're seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for an immediate full-time temporary assignment in the Bridgeport area. Bridgeport, CT Area Contract Opportunity | Approximately 2 Months Pay: $20.61 per ...

Mancan

Legal Secretary

Parkersburg, WV

$20 - $22/hr

Legal Secretary / Paralegal Parkersburg, WV Full-Time | MondayFriday | Standard Business Hours A ... Mancan offers our temporary employees full benefits such as paid vacations, holidays, 401K, as well ...

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Trinity Employment Specialists

Legal Secretary

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Temporary with potential for temp to hire Trinity Employment Specialists is seeking a detail oriented Legal Secretary to support an attorney in a professional legal office environment. This position ...

Kootenai County, ID

Legal Intern

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

$23.83/hr

Temporary Part-Time Job Number: 2025-00093 Department: Prosecuting Attorney's Office Opening Date ... This position involves a variety of duties, including preparing and issuing legal documents ...

Phaxis

Legal Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$25/hr

This is a temp to perm position paying 50K-60K yearly. In this role, you will support attorneys in ... Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis, focusing primarily on real ...

redShift

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Latham, NY · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Latham, NY (On-site) Position Type: Full-Time Temporary Experience supporting legal operations, contracts, or corporate legal functions preferred Our client in the Latham, NY area is seeking a highly ...

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How much do legal temporary jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal temporary in the United States is $55,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are legal temporary jobs?

Legal temporary jobs are short-term positions within the legal field, often filled by attorneys, paralegals, or legal assistants to meet a firm's temporary needs. These positions can arise due to increased workload, special projects, staff absences, or ongoing litigation. Assignments may last from a few days to several months, and can include document review, legal research, or administrative support. Many legal professionals use temporary roles to gain experience, network, or transition between permanent jobs.

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

To thrive as a Legal Temporary, you typically need a strong understanding of legal terminology, research skills, and a relevant degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), document management systems, and MS Office is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for efficiently supporting attorneys, managing legal documentation, and ensuring accuracy in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

What types of assignments and work environments can a Legal Temporary expect?

Legal Temporaries often work on a variety of assignments, ranging from document review and legal research to assisting with trial preparation or supporting attorneys during periods of high workload. Assignments may be in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies, and the duration can vary from a few days to several months. These roles typically involve collaborating closely with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as each placement may have different expectations and work cultures. Legal Temporaries gain exposure to diverse legal practices, which can be valuable for building skills and professional networks.
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Various Temporary Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary and Paralegal Opportunities!

Various Temporary Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary and Paralegal Opportunities!

Hawthorne Lane

Washington, DC • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Hawthorne Lane is a recruiting firm in DC that partners with law firms ranging in size from small to large and are compiled of various practice groups and specialties. We are here to get you started in the first step in your legal career, gain experience before attending law school, or bring your prior legal support experience to a new firm. We are currently in need of legal support professionals or those with a knack for research, learning new skills quickly and have a desire to go into the legal industry! If you are open to temporary or temp-to-hire roles in the DMV area that fall within the legal scope, don’t hesitate to reach out today!


Key Responsibilities:

  • Legal Administrative Assistant: Provide rock-solid support to your legal professionals, attorneys and partners by managing calendars, preparing correspondence, travel booking and planning events.
  • Legal Executive Assistants: Manage high-level schedules, correspondence and projects in accordance with shifting needs and priorities.
  • Research Based Positions: Support legal research effort, discovery, trial preparation, etc. and present your findings to a team of busy professionals.
  • Paralegal: Responsibilities include managing large cases, coordinating deadlines, and liaising with attorneys, courts, and clients.
  • Receptionist: Interact with clients and internal staff using polished professionalism by phone, email, and in person.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Companies offer endless learning opportunities.
  • Fun and lively work culture.
  • Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for direct hire employment.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Legal administrative or office experience.
  • Professional. You understand the importance of providing exceptional and professional service to attorneys and clients.
  • Service oriented. You’d take on any task that would help your firm accomplish their goals.
  • Always two steps ahead. You have a forward-thinking approach to your work. You can anticipate the needs of busy legal professionals and understand the attention to detail legal cases require.
  • MS Office extraordinaire. You have a strong level of proficiency in MS Word and document management software.
  • Friendly. You have a positive attitude and come to work with a smile on your face. You are eager to take on new tasks and responsibilities.


The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.


Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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