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Morton & Gettys is a general practice law firm looking for a Receptionist/Legal Secretary to be the welcoming first point of contact for our clients and a dependable source of support for our attorneys and paralegals. If you want to work with a collaborative team who enjoy working together, we’d love to hear from you.
What Makes This Role Interesting
As a general practice firm, we help people with everything from family matters and estate planning to real estate, business, and personal injury. No two days look alike. In a single morning, you might welcome a couple buying their first home, a family settling a loved one’s estate, and a business owner with an urgent question. Many of our clients are going through important or stressful moments, and you’ll be the person who puts them at ease.
What You’ll Do
As the first face and voice of our firm, you will:
o Greet clients and visitors in person and answer, screen, and direct calls on a multi-line phone system
o Accept client payments, open new files, and enter client and matter information into our database
o Draft letters, prepare mailings, and help prepare simple legal documents at the direction of our attorneys and paralegals
o Keep the office running smoothly with routine clerical and organizational tasks
o Handle confidential client information with care and discretion
What We're Looking For
REQUIRED:
o Experience in a professional office setting
o Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
o Clear, professional communication, both spoken and written
o Strong organization and attention to detail
o The ability to connect with people from all walks of life, and to stay calm, patient, and courteous with each of them
o Comfort multitasking in a busy office and switching between different types of matters
PREFERRED:
o Some college or post-secondary education
o Experience in a law firm or legal setting
What We Offer
o Starting pay of $17-$19 per hour, based on experience and education
o Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with the firm paying the employee premium and contributing toward dependent coverage
o Paid time off
o 401(k) with a 4% employer match
o A supportive, team-oriented environment
How to Apply
Email your resume and a cover letter to reply@mortongettys.com with the subject line “Receptionist/Legal Secretary Application.” In your cover letter, please tell us briefly about your experience and education, why this role interests you, and about a time you helped someone who was frustrated, confused, or upset.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Morton & Gettys is a general practice law firm looking for a Receptionist/Legal Secretary to be the welcoming first point of contact for our clients and a dependable source of support for our attorneys and paralegals. If you want to work with a collaborative team who enjoy working together, we’d love to hear from you.
What Makes This Role Interesting
As a general practice firm, we help people with everything from family matters and estate planning to real estate, business, and personal injury. No two days look alike. In a single morning, you might welcome a couple buying their first home, a family settling a loved one’s estate, and a business owner with an urgent question. Many of our clients are going through important or stressful moments, and you’ll be the person who puts them at ease.
What You’ll Do
As the first face and voice of our firm, you will:
o Greet clients and visitors in person and answer, screen, and direct calls on a multi-line phone system
o Accept client payments, open new files, and enter client and matter information into our database
o Draft letters, prepare mailings, and help prepare simple legal documents at the direction of our attorneys and paralegals
o Keep the office running smoothly with routine clerical and organizational tasks
o Handle confidential client information with care and discretion
What We're Looking For
REQUIRED:
o Experience in a professional office setting
o Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
o Clear, professional communication, both spoken and written
o Strong organization and attention to detail
o The ability to connect with people from all walks of life, and to stay calm, patient, and courteous with each of them
o Comfort multitasking in a busy office and switching between different types of matters
PREFERRED:
o Some college or post-secondary education
o Experience in a law firm or legal setting
What We Offer
o Starting pay of $17-$19 per hour, based on experience and education
o Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with the firm paying the employee premium and contributing toward dependent coverage
o Paid time off
o 401(k) with a 4% employer match
o A supportive, team-oriented environment
How to Apply
Email your resume and a cover letter to reply@mortongettys.com with the subject line “Receptionist/Legal Secretary Application.” In your cover letter, please tell us briefly about your experience and education, why this role interests you, and about a time you helped someone who was frustrated, confused, or upset.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal secretary jobs.
- Proficiency in legal document preparation, formatting, and proofreading
- Experience with case management or court e-filing software
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology across at least one practice area
- Minimum typing speed of 65 words per minute with high accuracy
- Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent legal administrative training
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information
Tips for Your Legal Secretary Job Search
Tailor your resume to practice area
Litigation, corporate, and family law offices look for different things. If you've supported a specific practice area, name it in your resume headline and work history so hiring attorneys can immediately see the fit.
List every legal software you know
Many legal secretary postings screen for specific tools like case management systems, e-filing platforms, and document management software. Name every platform you've used rather than grouping them under a generic 'proficient in legal software' line.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal secretary openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Demonstrate court deadline experience concretely
Firms hiring for litigation support want proof you understand calendaring rules and filing deadlines. Describe specific docket management or court deadline systems you've worked with rather than stating you have 'strong organizational skills.'
Prepare for a skills-based screening step
Many legal offices include a typing speed test, proofreading exercise, or document formatting sample before the interview. Practice formatting legal correspondence and pleadings to the standard conventions for the practice area you're targeting.
Follow up with a targeted thank-you note
Reference a specific topic from the interview, such as the firm's case management workflow or a software tool they mentioned, to show genuine attention. Generic thank-you notes are common in legal hiring and a specific one stands out.
Legal Secretary Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal secretarys?
The most active employers for legal secretarys right now are Kiernan Trebach, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, and Kirkland & Ellis, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate legal departments and regional law firms tend to post the most volume consistently.
How many legal secretary jobs are remote?
About 35% of legal secretary openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many administrative roles because court filing and in-person attorney support remain common requirements. Sub-areas like contract review coordination and corporate document management tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How do you become a legal secretary?
Start by completing an associate degree, a legal administrative assistant program, or a paralegal certificate from an accredited school. Develop proficiency in legal document formatting, court filing procedures, and case management software. Gain hands-on experience through an internship or entry-level administrative role at a law firm or corporate legal department, then target openings in a practice area that matches your background.
How do you get hired as a legal secretary with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled 'legal administrative assistant' or 'legal office assistant,' which are common entry points with lower experience requirements. Highlight any coursework in legal studies, familiarity with legal terminology, and general administrative skills like scheduling and document management. Smaller law firms and solo practitioners are often more open to candidates who are still building their legal-specific experience.
What does the legal secretary interview process look like?
Most legal secretary interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your administrative background and familiarity with legal procedures. An in-person or second-round interview typically involves meeting with an attorney or office manager and may include a practical skills test covering typing speed, proofreading, or document formatting. Some firms also ask situational questions about handling confidential information or managing competing deadlines.
Where can I find and apply to legal secretary jobs?
You can find and apply to legal secretary jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and practice area preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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