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Legal Administrative Assistant jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in legal studies, paralegal studies, business administration, or a related field. Your OPT work authorization covers full-time employment at law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies, with STEM OPT extension available if your degree qualifies.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment, and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!
Polsinelli has a position available for an experienced full-time Legal Administrative Assistant in our Denver office, supporting the Health Care practice group. This position provides comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys and plays an important role in the day-to-day organization and operation of the practice group.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage extremely busy calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate conference calls, reserve conference rooms, prepare meeting materials, and handle other meeting logistics.
- Prepare, revise, format, proofread, and finalize correspondence, memoranda, presentations, reports, and other documents.
- Manage electronic and physical files, including maintaining organized matter files, and assisting with document filing and record management.
- Assist with client billing and related administrative reporting, including reviewing billing materials, coordinating edits, and supporting timely completion of the billing process.
- Prepare and submit attorney expense reports and assist with other reimbursement and administrative documentation.
- Coordinate attorney travel arrangements, including transportation, lodging, itineraries, reserving visiting attorney offices, and related scheduling.
- Manage incoming communications and correspondence, route requests appropriately, and assist with routine follow-up.
- Maintain attorney contacts, distribution lists, and other administrative records.
- Assist with client and matter intake processes and other administrative requirements associated with opening and maintaining new clients and matters.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, administrative staff, and other departments to ensure administrative needs are handled accurately and efficiently; provide assistance with special projects as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of legal administrative assistant, legal secretary, or executive assistant to C-Suite or senior management experience. Law firm experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including expertise in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and particularly Outlook.
- Strong calendar management, scheduling, and organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple administrative tasks and competing deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Resourcefulness and initiative in meeting deadlines, following through on assignments, achieving goals, anticipating needs, and being dependable and service orientated with a willingness to assist wherever needed.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact in a professional manner to develop a strong rapport and working relationships with clients, staff, and other attorneys.
- Ability and willingness to work both individually and in a team setting.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong proofreading and typing skills.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000.
As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
5 year(s): Legal administrative assistant, legal secretary, or executive assistant to C-Suite or senior management experience. Law firm experience strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor's or better
Behaviors
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment, and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!
Polsinelli has a position available for an experienced full-time Legal Administrative Assistant in our Denver office, supporting the Health Care practice group. This position provides comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys and plays an important role in the day-to-day organization and operation of the practice group.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage extremely busy calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate conference calls, reserve conference rooms, prepare meeting materials, and handle other meeting logistics.
- Prepare, revise, format, proofread, and finalize correspondence, memoranda, presentations, reports, and other documents.
- Manage electronic and physical files, including maintaining organized matter files, and assisting with document filing and record management.
- Assist with client billing and related administrative reporting, including reviewing billing materials, coordinating edits, and supporting timely completion of the billing process.
- Prepare and submit attorney expense reports and assist with other reimbursement and administrative documentation.
- Coordinate attorney travel arrangements, including transportation, lodging, itineraries, reserving visiting attorney offices, and related scheduling.
- Manage incoming communications and correspondence, route requests appropriately, and assist with routine follow-up.
- Maintain attorney contacts, distribution lists, and other administrative records.
- Assist with client and matter intake processes and other administrative requirements associated with opening and maintaining new clients and matters.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, administrative staff, and other departments to ensure administrative needs are handled accurately and efficiently; provide assistance with special projects as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of legal administrative assistant, legal secretary, or executive assistant to C-Suite or senior management experience. Law firm experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including expertise in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and particularly Outlook.
- Strong calendar management, scheduling, and organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple administrative tasks and competing deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Resourcefulness and initiative in meeting deadlines, following through on assignments, achieving goals, anticipating needs, and being dependable and service orientated with a willingness to assist wherever needed.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact in a professional manner to develop a strong rapport and working relationships with clients, staff, and other attorneys.
- Ability and willingness to work both individually and in a team setting.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong proofreading and typing skills.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000.
As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
5 year(s): Legal administrative assistant, legal secretary, or executive assistant to C-Suite or senior management experience. Law firm experience strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor's or better
Behaviors
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Legal Administrative Assistant
Target law firms with established OPT hiring patterns
Large and mid-size law firms regularly hire OPT students for administrative roles. Focus on firms with dedicated HR departments, as they're more familiar with work authorization requirements and less likely to dismiss your application over OPT status.
Clarify your authorization upfront and confidently
When asked about work authorization, state clearly that you have OPT and are authorized to work without employer sponsorship for the duration of your OPT period. Framing it as already authorized removes the sponsorship concern many legal employers have.
Highlight legal software and document management skills
Familiarity with tools like Clio, iManage, or court filing systems signals immediate value to legal employers. These technical skills reduce onboarding time and make you a stronger candidate regardless of your work authorization timeline.
Pursue paralegal certificate programs to strengthen your profile
A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program signals commitment to the legal field and increases your candidacy for roles that require more than general administrative experience. It also supports future H-1B visa sponsorship conversations with employers.
Apply to corporate legal departments, not just law firms
In-house legal teams at corporations, hospitals, and universities are often more flexible with OPT candidates than private law firms. These employers typically have HR infrastructure experienced in managing work authorization and are open to long-term sponsorship pathways.
Communicate your OPT end date and CPT or STEM extension clearly
Tell employers your exact OPT expiration date and whether you qualify for a 24-month STEM extension. Giving a concrete timeline helps legal employers plan staffing needs and reduces hesitation about investing in onboarding an OPT student.
Legal Administrative Assistant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Legal Administrative Assistants without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT authorizes you to work full-time in a role related to your degree without requiring your employer to sponsor a visa. Legal Administrative Assistant positions align with degrees in legal studies, paralegal studies, and business administration. Your employer does not file any petition on your behalf during OPT. Sponsorship only becomes relevant when you need to transition to an H-1B or another long-term visa.
Does a Legal Administrative Assistant role qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a qualifying STEM degree, such as information systems or a technology-related legal field, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for the extension. Most Legal Administrative Assistant roles are supported by non-STEM degrees like paralegal studies or business, which do not qualify for STEM OPT. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying.
How do I find Legal Administrative Assistant jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by OPT-friendly employers, so you can browse Legal Administrative Assistant openings without sorting through postings that exclude international students. Searching on a general platform often surfaces roles where work authorization requirements are unclear. Using Migrate Mate saves time and connects you with employers already familiar with OPT.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose my Legal Administrative Assistant job?
F-1 OPT students have a 90-day unemployment limit during post-completion OPT. If you lose your position, that clock starts immediately. You must report the job loss to your DSO and begin your job search. If you find a new Legal Administrative Assistant or related role, report it to your DSO to pause the unemployment count. Exceeding 90 days of unemployment violates your F-1 status.
Do Legal Administrative Assistant jobs qualify as work related to my degree for OPT purposes?
Yes, provided your degree is in a relevant field. Legal studies, paralegal studies, pre-law, business administration, and criminal justice degrees typically satisfy the OPT requirement that employment be directly related to your major. Your DSO makes the final determination. If your degree is in an unrelated field, your DSO may advise that the position does not qualify, which could count against your unemployment days.