Entry Level Legal Administrative Assistant Jobs
New grad legal administrative assistant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or relevant coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Law & Legal Services and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Venable LLP, Jobot, and Mercalis hiring at this level now.
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You're looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to how we work. That's why we're looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to assigned legal staff.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for…
- Prioritizing assignments and preparing often sensitive and detailed correspondence, such as responses to requests for information or regularly recurring reports, from rough draft; preparing other routine, as well as non-routine, correspondence, legal documents
- Litigation duties include preparation of witness binders and trial binders, deposition preparation and logistics, receiving electronic filing notifications from courts for cases via Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts, and exhibits for filings
- Managing billing process to include time-entry, final submission to meet all Firm-required deadlines
- Efficiently proofreading and editing text for grammatical and typographical errors, and occasionally for content
- Scheduling appointments, making travel and/or meeting arrangements, and maintaining business calendars as instructed; responsible for keeping timekeepers on schedule to meeting Firm-wide and practice group specific deadlines
- Performing related general administrative duties such as processing expense reports, management of large document production and trial binders, conducting online research, answering phones, providing coverage for teammates, preparing client mailings, and processing incoming mail
- Preparing relevant documentation to be filed with various courts in hardcopy and electronic format; staying abreast of fling requirements as necessary
The successful candidate will demonstrate…
- A minimum of two years prior relevant work experience, including prior experience working within a Litigation practice group required
- Knowledge of eFiling in all court systems; experience using Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts
- Advanced use of MS Word (including redlining, comparing documents, advanced formatting)
- Knowledge in creating and editing TOA and TOC as well as ability to quickly learn other applications as necessary
- Intermediate to advanced level skills using MS Office Suite, in addition to strong computer aptitude in order to use various features of multiple software programs (including Adobe, eFiling, DocuSign, PDF Essentials, various ERoom platforms, DropBox, etc.)
- Proficiency in the use of document management systems
- Ability to proof and edit (using edit marks) non-routine correspondence, reports and tables for spelling and grammar errors, and sentence structure; meticulous attention to detail is essential
- Ability to draft routine correspondence, perform non-complex arithmetic calculations, and organize and maintain record keeping and filing systems
- Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills necessary to convey to and obtain information from various levels of internal and external clients
Committing your time and talent is no small matter—at Venable, we know that superior client service begins with an investment in our people. Our competitive compensation, robust benefits, and programs that support our employees' well-being, families, and futures reflect our dedication to prioritizing the whole person, not just the professional.
Venable's benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed orientation to the firm's benefit offerings upon hire.
Here, we strive to offer the kind of care that radiates, from our colleagues to our clients, to our communities, so that success finds everyone.
Requirements:Core Requirements
Skills and Technical Abilities
- Minimum of two years prior relevant work experience, including prior experience working within a Litigation practice group is required.
- Knowledge of eFiling in all court systems.
- Experience using Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts.
- Advanced use of MS Word (including redlining, comparing documents, advanced formatting)
- Knowledge in creating and editing TOA and TOC as well as an ability to quickly learn other applications as necessary.
- Intermediate to advanced level skills using MS Office Suite, in addition to strong computer aptitude in order to use various features of multiple software programs (including Adobe, , eFiling, DocuSign, PDF Essentials, various ERoom platforms, DropBox, etc.).
- Proficiency in the use of document management systems.
- Ability to proof and edit (using edit marks) non-routine correspondence, reports and tables for spelling and grammar errors, and sentence structure; meticulous attention to detail is essential.
- Ability to draft routine correspondence, perform non-complex arithmetic calculations, and organize and maintain record keeping and filing systems.
- Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft,.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills necessary to convey to and obtain information from various levels of internal and external clients.
- Must be a pro-active forward thinker, willing to work and think with independence, handle confidential information with discretion, and accept responsibility for producing work that is consistently complete, timely, effective and accurate.
- Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
- Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to follow and convey instructions effectively with a high degree of courtesy and tact, including the ability to independently initiate follow-up.
- Good multi-tasking and time management skills.
- Ability to work for more than one person and prioritize assignments appropriately.
- Ability to work overtime if needed.
Physical Requirements
- Work is mainly sedentary.
You're looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to how we work. That's why we're looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to assigned legal staff.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for…
- Prioritizing assignments and preparing often sensitive and detailed correspondence, such as responses to requests for information or regularly recurring reports, from rough draft; preparing other routine, as well as non-routine, correspondence, legal documents
- Litigation duties include preparation of witness binders and trial binders, deposition preparation and logistics, receiving electronic filing notifications from courts for cases via Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts, and exhibits for filings
- Managing billing process to include time-entry, final submission to meet all Firm-required deadlines
- Efficiently proofreading and editing text for grammatical and typographical errors, and occasionally for content
- Scheduling appointments, making travel and/or meeting arrangements, and maintaining business calendars as instructed; responsible for keeping timekeepers on schedule to meeting Firm-wide and practice group specific deadlines
- Performing related general administrative duties such as processing expense reports, management of large document production and trial binders, conducting online research, answering phones, providing coverage for teammates, preparing client mailings, and processing incoming mail
- Preparing relevant documentation to be filed with various courts in hardcopy and electronic format; staying abreast of fling requirements as necessary
The successful candidate will demonstrate…
- A minimum of two years prior relevant work experience, including prior experience working within a Litigation practice group required
- Knowledge of eFiling in all court systems; experience using Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts
- Advanced use of MS Word (including redlining, comparing documents, advanced formatting)
- Knowledge in creating and editing TOA and TOC as well as ability to quickly learn other applications as necessary
- Intermediate to advanced level skills using MS Office Suite, in addition to strong computer aptitude in order to use various features of multiple software programs (including Adobe, eFiling, DocuSign, PDF Essentials, various ERoom platforms, DropBox, etc.)
- Proficiency in the use of document management systems
- Ability to proof and edit (using edit marks) non-routine correspondence, reports and tables for spelling and grammar errors, and sentence structure; meticulous attention to detail is essential
- Ability to draft routine correspondence, perform non-complex arithmetic calculations, and organize and maintain record keeping and filing systems
- Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills necessary to convey to and obtain information from various levels of internal and external clients
Committing your time and talent is no small matter—at Venable, we know that superior client service begins with an investment in our people. Our competitive compensation, robust benefits, and programs that support our employees' well-being, families, and futures reflect our dedication to prioritizing the whole person, not just the professional.
Venable's benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed orientation to the firm's benefit offerings upon hire.
Here, we strive to offer the kind of care that radiates, from our colleagues to our clients, to our communities, so that success finds everyone.
Requirements:Core Requirements
Skills and Technical Abilities
- Minimum of two years prior relevant work experience, including prior experience working within a Litigation practice group is required.
- Knowledge of eFiling in all court systems.
- Experience using Pacer accounts and court ECF accounts.
- Advanced use of MS Word (including redlining, comparing documents, advanced formatting)
- Knowledge in creating and editing TOA and TOC as well as an ability to quickly learn other applications as necessary.
- Intermediate to advanced level skills using MS Office Suite, in addition to strong computer aptitude in order to use various features of multiple software programs (including Adobe, , eFiling, DocuSign, PDF Essentials, various ERoom platforms, DropBox, etc.).
- Proficiency in the use of document management systems.
- Ability to proof and edit (using edit marks) non-routine correspondence, reports and tables for spelling and grammar errors, and sentence structure; meticulous attention to detail is essential.
- Ability to draft routine correspondence, perform non-complex arithmetic calculations, and organize and maintain record keeping and filing systems.
- Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft,.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills necessary to convey to and obtain information from various levels of internal and external clients.
- Must be a pro-active forward thinker, willing to work and think with independence, handle confidential information with discretion, and accept responsibility for producing work that is consistently complete, timely, effective and accurate.
- Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
- Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to follow and convey instructions effectively with a high degree of courtesy and tact, including the ability to independently initiate follow-up.
- Good multi-tasking and time management skills.
- Ability to work for more than one person and prioritize assignments appropriately.
- Ability to work overtime if needed.
Physical Requirements
- Work is mainly sedentary.
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Entry Level Legal Administrative Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level legal administrative assistant job?
Start by building familiarity with legal document formats, scheduling software, and office procedures, since those are the practical skills entry level employers screen for. Any internship at a law firm, courthouse, or corporate legal department strengthens your application significantly. Highlighting coursework in paralegal studies, business administration, or legal terminology also helps, especially if your direct work experience is limited. A tidy, organized resume that mirrors the attention to detail the role requires makes a strong first impression.
Which companies hire entry level legal administrative assistants?
Companies hiring entry level legal administrative assistants right now include Venable LLP, Jobot, and Mercalis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers including law firms of all sizes, corporate legal departments, insurance companies, and government agencies that need organized support staff without requiring extensive prior experience.
Are there remote entry level legal administrative assistant jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid rather than fully remote. About 33% of entry level legal administrative assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who need flexibility still have real options. On-site roles remain common because new junior hires often benefit from in-person training and close coordination with attorneys and paralegals.
Are these new grad legal administrative assistant jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior legal administrative assistant roles. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or clinical placements in place of full-time work history, and does not require a specific number of years on the job. If a listing calls out that it trains the right candidate or values organizational skills and a willingness to learn, it is a strong new grad target.
Which industries hire the most entry level legal administrative assistants?
Entry Level legal administrative assistant roles concentrate in Law & Legal Services and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain large legal or compliance teams that rely on junior administrative staff to manage documents, coordinate schedules, and support attorneys handling high caseloads.