Legal Secretary Jobs in Alameda, CA

A Legal Secretary plays a vital role in the legal industry by providing essential administrative support to lawyers and legal executives. Their responsibilities include managing legal correspondence, maintaining legal files, conducting legal research, scheduling court dates, and preparing legal documents such as subpoenas, summonses, motions, and complaints. They also act as a vital link between lawyers and clients, ensuring effective communication and smooth operation of legal procedures. Legal Secretaries must have exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. They should possess strong computer skills and be proficient in legal research software and digital transcription systems.

For those interested in pursuing a career as a Legal Secretary, several certifications can enhance their prospects. These include the Accredited Legal Secretary (ALS) certification or the Legal Secretary Specialist (LSS) certification, both offered by Legal Secretaries International Inc. Prior to becoming a Legal Secretary, an individual may have roles such as an Administrative Assistant or an Office Clerk to gain relevant administrative and organizational experience. Positions like Legal Assistant or Paralegal can provide a more specific understanding of legal procedures and terminology. These experiences, combined with the right skills and certifications, can pave the way for a successful career as a Legal Secretary.

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Temporary Legal Secretary

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Whitemore James Black is presently assisting the boutique San Francisco office of a national law firm on their search for a Temporary Legal Secretary to join their firm as soon as possible....

Legal Secretary

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Legal Secretary Sidley Austin LLP United States, California, Palo Alto 1001 Page Mill Road (Show on map) Aug 11, 2025 Legal Secretary Recruiting Location US-CA-Palo Alto Department Secretarial Services...

Legal Secretary

  • Alameda, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 5 days ago

incumbent will type, edit, and format legal correspondence, petitions, briefs and legal opinions, pleadings, motions, testimonials, and depositions; proofread and prepare form letters, files, and e-files...

Legal Administrative Specialist (Litigation Support)

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 7 days ago

preparation and presentation....

Legal Administrative Specialist (Litigation Support)

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 10 days ago

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also...

Litigation Secretary

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Coordinate and request court reporters and videographers for depositions and court hearings Assist with deposition exhibits preparation Assist, draft, and coordinate service of subpoenas Proofread documents...

Legal Administrative Assistant

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 15 days ago

trademark applications, reports, documentation, general and/or legal correspondence and papers of a legal nature such as, complaints, brief, motions, interrogatories, contracts, agreements, statements, subpoenas...

Bilingual (Chinese/English) Legal Secretary for Remote position

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 20 days ago

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Legal Secretary

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

**Please note that this is a 100% onsite role reporting into our Beverly Hills Office** As a Legal Secretary, AKA Associate Paralegal, at Compass, you will be an integral part of the Legal Team primarily...

Legal Secretary

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Type: Full-time; Direct Hire Schedule: Monday Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (OT as needed) Kent Daniels & Associates is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our dynamic law firm client!...

Legal Administrative Assistant, Mills Legal Clinic, Stanford Law School Stanford University

  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

NOTE : This position has been deemed critical/has specific funding, has been approved by the Law School for posting, and is exempt from the hiring freeze. Stanford Law School seeks a full-time...

Legal Administrative Assistant, Mills Legal Clinic, Stanford Law School

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Legal Administrative Assistant, Mills Legal Clinic, Stanford Law School School of Law, Stanford, California, United States NewCompliance Legal8 hours ago Post Date106829 Requisition # NOTE : This...

Legal Administrative Assistant - Disputes

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a...

Legal Secretary

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : San Francisco, CA Salary Range : $65000.00 - $75000.00 Salary Legal Secretary Qualifications Merlin Law Group is seeking a Legal Secretary with5+ years of litigation experiencein...

Legal Secretary

  • Walnut Creek, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (13 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The Walnut Creek, CA office of Lewis Brisbois is seeking a secretary with legal experience to work for the Medical Malpractice Group. The primary responsibilities of this position include...

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Salary for Legal Secretary Jobs in Alameda, CA

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Highest Education Level

Legal Secretarys in Alameda, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.6%
Doctorate Degree
20.0%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Master's Degree
9.1%
High School or GED
8.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Secretarys in Alameda, CA
Less than 1 year
37.1%
2-4 years
33.3%
4-6 years
15.7%
1-2 years
7.3%
6-8 years
4.7%
None
2.0%


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