Entry Level Legal Assistant Jobs
New grad legal assistant jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or coursework portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Law & Legal Services, and Education, with employers like Jobot, MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP, and Venable LLP 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 Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level legal assistant job?
Employers hiring entry level legal assistants typically look for familiarity with legal terminology, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail. Completed coursework in paralegal studies, a legal internship, or office administrative experience gives candidates a clear edge. Highlighting document management, scheduling, or client communication skills in your resume helps, even if those experiences came from non-legal roles.
Which companies hire entry level legal assistants?
Companies hiring entry level legal assistants right now include Jobot, MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP, and Venable LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring covers small local law firms, mid-size regional practices, corporate legal departments, and government agencies, all of which regularly bring on candidates who are early in their legal careers.
Are there remote entry level legal assistant jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles lean on-site for training and supervision reasons. About 14% of entry level legal assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility should filter specifically for those listings. Remote positions at this level often involve document review, data entry, and administrative support that can be handled off-site.
Are these new grad legal assistant jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad friendly and open to recent graduates and junior candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad legal assistant posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and may accept internships, clinics, or a coursework portfolio in place of full-time history. Look for language like "entry level," "no experience required," or "will train" to identify those openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level legal assistants?
Entry Level legal assistant roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Law & Legal Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain large legal or compliance teams that rely on support staff to manage caseloads, contracts, filings, and client records efficiently.