Legal Definitions - legal secretary

A legal secretary is an employee who works in a law office and performs various administrative tasks to support the employer's law practice. Their responsibilities include:

• Typing legal documents and correspondence
• Keeping records and files
• Answering phone calls and emails
• Scheduling appointments and meetings
• Performing other duties as assigned by the employer

Legal secretaries are usually more highly skilled and compensated than secretaries in general business because they need to have a good understanding of legal terminology and procedures. They also need to be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.

For example, a legal secretary might be responsible for drafting a contract, scheduling a court hearing, or preparing a brief for a trial. They need to be able to work closely with lawyers and other legal professionals to ensure that all documents are accurate and filed on time.