Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.
Median pay: $55,570/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -5.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 19,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
• Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
• Prepare and distribute invoices to bill clients or pay account expenses.
• Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.
• Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.
• Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
• Complete various forms, such as accident reports, trial and courtroom requests, and applications for clients.
• Receive and place telephone calls.
What's the median pay for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
The median pay for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants is $55,570 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
Employment for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants is projected to change -5.8% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
About 19,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.