How much does a Legal Secretary, Specialist make in Mississippi? The average Legal Secretary, Specialist salary in Mississippi is $76,790 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $67,590 and $85,690. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Legal Secretary, Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $59,214 MS February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $67,590 MS February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $76,790 MS February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $85,690 MS February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $93,793 MS February 26, 2024
25% $67,590 10% $59,214 90% $93,793 75% $85,690 $76,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Legal Secretary, Specialist prepares legal documents, contracts, briefs, motions, summonses, complaints and general correspondence. Performs secretarial and administrative duties for an attorney or group of attorneys. Being a Legal Secretary, Specialist utilizes document creation software and other legal reference software. Maintains files and schedules. In addition, Legal Secretary, Specialist may need to interact with clients or participate in meetings discussing sensitive or confidential matters. May act as a team expert and guide or train more junior secretaries. Requires knowledge of legal terminology and standard formats and procedures. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Legal Secretary, Specialist independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Working as a Legal Secretary, Specialist typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Legal Administrative Support Specialist III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $79,442 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $79,161 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $72,869 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $72,611 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $72,611 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $75,744 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $72,611 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $75,795 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $76,518 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $79,161 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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