Legal Assistant Jobs

A Legal Assistant, also known as a Paralegal, is a crucial part of the legal industry, providing valuable support to attorneys by performing a range of tasks including conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining files, and interacting with clients. They work in a variety of environments such as law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. Their role significantly improves the efficiency of legal services, as they allow attorneys to focus on the more complex aspects of cases.

Strong research and writing skills are essential for a Legal Assistant, as well as proficiency in legal documentation software. They should also have excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients and legal professionals. Some certifications they can obtain include Certified Paralegal (CP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA). Prior to becoming a Legal Assistant, a person may have roles such as a Legal Secretary, Administrative Assistant in a law firm, or Legal Researcher. These positions provide valuable experience in understanding the dynamics of the legal industry and help in developing the necessary skills for the role of a Legal Assistant.

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FSA Federal

Records Examiner / Analyst Supporting the DEA

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...

FSA Federal

Administrative Assistant / Records Examiner Analyst Supporting the DEA

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...

FSA Federal

Paralegal / Legal Assistant II Supporting the US Attorney's Office

We currently have a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II supporting the US Attorney's Office (USAO). If you are looking for a meaningful, mission driven career, Join FSA!...

Kiernan Trebach LLP

Legal Assistant / Admin

Job Title: Legal/Admin Assistant Location: Richmond, VA Full-Time Get to Know Us: Kiernan Trebach LLP is a Civil Litigation Defense Firm that represents clients on a national basis, and maintains...

FSA Federal

Senior Law Clerk / Attorney Supporting the US Attorney's Office

Focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security, has a vacancy for a Senior Law Clerk. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of...

FSA Federal

Records Examiner / Analyst Supporting the FBI

Eligible for 20% pay differential** Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their...

FSA Federal

Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the U.S. Attorney's Office

We currently have a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO)....

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

Business Legal Assistant

We are seeking a Legal Assistant with 2+ years’ legal assistant experience to support our Business practice group in our Cincinnati office....

The Washington Times

Classified Legal Sales Assistant

The Classified Legal Sales Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the sales team within the Information and Media Services industry. This position is responsible for managing classified...

Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S.

Legal Assistant

We are seeking a new Legal Assistant to join our team. Your role will be to work with a busy team on various civil litigation matters....

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago

What You Will Bring: Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills: Vocational Degree or Certification Legal Document Preparation Why You'll Love...

FSA Federal

Senior Law Clerk Supporting the US Attorney's Office

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...

FSA Federal

Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the US Attorney's Office

Centre has a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III....

FSA Federal

Paralegal / Legal Assistant II supporting the DEA

CSS has a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)....

FSA Federal

Records Examiner / Analyst III

FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We are currently sourcing for a potential vacancy for a Records...

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Decoding Forensics for Legal Professionals
Today, forensic evidence is integral to criminal investigations and trials. Therefore, it is important for legal professionals to have an understanding of the scientific foundations and...
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Legal Administrative Assistant Training
The field of law is known for its demanding nature and legal professionals heavily rely on their administrative assistants to help them handle their workload and stay organized. To succeed in this...
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Legal Assistant Exam Practice
The Civil Service Legal Assistant Exam is a challenging cognitive assessment that will examine your verbal, numerical, logical and clerical capabilities. Taking the test unprepared can hurt your...
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Salary for Legal Assistant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Legal Assistant positions.

Highest Education Level

Legal Assistants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
27.3%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
High School or GED
6.2%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Assistants
Less than 1 year
40.5%
1-2 years
20.3%
None
18.0%
2-4 years
9.6%
4-6 years
7.9%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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