How much does a Legal Secretary, Specialist make in New Mexico? The average Legal Secretary, Specialist salary in New Mexico is $79,590 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $70,090 and $88,790. 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 $61,441 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $70,090 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $79,590 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $88,790 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Secretary, Specialist Salary $97,166 NM March 26, 2024
25% $70,090 10% $61,441 90% $97,166 75% $88,790 $79,590 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 Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $75,178 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $80,271 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $76,991 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $81,134 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $80,271 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $80,098 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $75,696 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $80,271 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $77,767 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $80,271 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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