How much does a Legal Secretary, Specialist make in New York, NY? The average Legal Secretary, Specialist salary in New York, NY is $100,890 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $88,690 and $112,490. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Legal Secretary, Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $77,583 New York,NY March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $88,690 New York,NY March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $100,890 New York,NY March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $112,490 New York,NY March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $123,051 New York,NY March 26, 2024
25% $88,690 10% $77,583 90% $123,051 75% $112,490 $100,890 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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