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TalentBurst, Inc.

Executive Assistant

Coralville, IA · On-site

$32.56/hr

... legal signatures, staff expenses, purchase orders and check requests, and any other special ... and/or virtual events/meetings with tasks such as: obtaining quotes, contract review and ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Busperson

West Des Moines, IA

Clear dirty dishes into bus tubs and take to the dish room. * Assist cashier/hosts in other duties ... Medical, Dental, Vision, and Virtual Doctor Visits. * 401(k) with Company Match. * 1 X's Salary ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Busperson

Osceola, IA

Clear dirty dishes into bus tubs and take to the dish room. * Assist cashier/hosts in other duties ... Medical, Dental, Vision, and Virtual Doctor Visits. * 401(k) with Company Match. * 1 X's Salary ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Busperson

Osceola, IA

Clear dirty dishes into bus tubs and take to the dish room. * Assist cashier/hosts in other duties ... Medical, Dental, Vision, and Virtual Doctor Visits. * 401(k) with Company Match. * 1 X's Salary ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Busperson

Osceola, IA · On-site

Clear dirty dishes into bus tubs and take to the dish room. * Assist cashier/hosts in other duties ... Medical, Dental, Vision, and Virtual Doctor Visits. * 401(k) with Company Match. * 1 X's Salary ...

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How much do virtual legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual legal assistant in Iowa is $45,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,700.00 and $51,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Virtual Legal Assistant?

A Virtual Legal Assistant is a professional who provides administrative and legal support services to lawyers, law firms, or legal departments remotely. They help with tasks such as drafting documents, managing schedules, conducting legal research, and organizing case files using digital tools. By working virtually, they offer flexible and cost-effective support without needing to be physically present in the office. This role helps legal professionals focus on more complex legal work while ensuring administrative efficiency.

What Does a Virtual Legal Assistant Do?

As a virtual legal assistant (VLA), you provide remote administrative support for lawyers at a law firm. Your responsibilities may vary depending on the needs of your employer but you typically work from home or another setting outside of the office using the internet. You may spend your workday organizing legal files, conducting research, handling scheduling and clerical functions, preparing legal briefs, and performing other paralegal duties in support of an attorney or a law practice.

What are some common challenges faced by Virtual Legal Assistants, and how can they be effectively managed?

Virtual Legal Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple clients across different time zones, maintaining clear communication with attorneys, and ensuring confidentiality when handling sensitive documents remotely. To address these, it’s important to use secure file-sharing platforms, establish regular check-ins with legal teams, and utilize productivity tools for task and deadline management. Developing strong organizational habits and clear protocols for remote collaboration can help ensure efficiency and accuracy in daily responsibilities.

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

To thrive as a Virtual Legal Assistant, you need a solid understanding of legal terminology, document management, and office administration, often supported by a certificate or experience in legal studies. Familiarity with legal practice management software, e-filing systems, and secure communication tools is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly make someone stand out in this remote role. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency while supporting legal professionals from a virtual environment.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Legal Assistant job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 82% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,287 per year, or $21.8 per hour.
Legal Administrative Assistant - Real Estate - Ames, IA

Legal Administrative Assistant - Real Estate - Ames, IA

Fredrikson & Byron

Ames, IA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
Fredrikson is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. Our firm offers highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.
Overview:
We are seeking a Real Estate Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join our office located in Ames. This position works in a results-driven and client-oriented environment and provides administrative support to attorneys who work in our real estate practice group. This position works a 37.5-hour workweek (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., M-F.). Parking is provided.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Prepare, draft, and review various legal documents including agreements, abstracts, pleadings, discovery responses and legal correspondence. File and serve pleadings and discovery, as appropriate.
* Monitor intake of new matters and coordinate billing.
* Schedule and coordinate meetings, responsible for ensuring all necessary arrangements are made for in-person and virtual meetings.
* Assist attorneys in preparation, organization and coordination of specific projects including reviewing documents, i.e., discovery, contracts, and releases.
* Provide administrative support and assistance by routing mail, screening calls, and performing various clerical duties.
* Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Exceptional organizational abilities, initiative, attention to detail, an ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines;
* Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build relationships, and an interest in becoming an integral part in practice management;
* Self-motivation; a positive, professional, can-do attitude and approach; and the desire to think creatively and get things done effectively and efficiently;
* Advanced technical skills in Microsoft 2010 Suite and the willingness to learn new and evolving systems and applications.
Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance), paid-parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.
Applying For This Position:
Applications will only be accepted online at www.fredlaw.com/careers, and applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com.
About Fredrikson:
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. The firm's 400+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.
Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position; please apply directly through our careers page.

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