O*NET-SOC 43-6012.00
Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.Core768
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.Core764
- Prepare and distribute invoices to bill clients or pay account expenses.Core18780
- Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.Core21078
- Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.Core767
- Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.Core769
- Complete various forms, such as accident reports, trial and courtroom requests, and applications for clients.Core774
- Receive and place telephone calls.Core765
- Schedule and make appointments.Core766
- Submit articles and information from searches to attorneys for review and approval for use.Supplemental773
- Make travel arrangements for attorneys.Supplemental21079
- Draft and type office memos.Core771
- Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take notes.Supplemental770
- Review legal publications and perform database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.Supplemental772
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 42 examples in 20 categories, 9 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Data base user interface and query software
- A1-Law
- Database software
- Electronic adjudication management systems EAM
- LexisNexis Time Matters
- Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Document management software
- AbacusNext HotDocs
- Adobe AcrobatHot Technology
- Filing system software
- Microsoft SharePoint Server
Calendar and scheduling software
- Aderant CompuLaw
- Appointment scheduling software
Human resources software
- ADP Workforce Now
Accounting software
- Amortization calculation software
- Chrome River Expense
- Intuit QuickBooksHot Technology
- Quicken
- Sage 50 Accounting
- Vertican Technologies Collection Master
Billing and invoicing software
- Billing software
- Thomson Reuters Elite Billing Manager
Project management software
- Case management software
Cloud-based data access and sharing software
- Dropbox
Word processing software
- Electronic diary software
- Microsoft WordHot TechnologyIn Demand
- Transcription software
- WordPerfect
Electronic mail software
- Email software
- IBM Lotus Notes
- Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand
Information retrieval or search software
- Legal research software
- LexisNexis
- Public access to electronic court records PACER
- Thomson Reuters Westlaw
Expert system software
- Legal software
Analytical or scientific software
- Litigation management software
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand
Process mapping and design software
- Microsoft VisioHot Technology
Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Video conferencing software
- Web conferencing software
Web page creation and editing software
- Web page design and editing software
Detailed Work Activities
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Free · O*NET 30.3Getting Information
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.
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Obtain personal or financial information about customers or applicants.
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.
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Scheduling Work and Activities
Schedule appointments.
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate office equipment.
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Documenting/Recording Information
Record information about legal matters.
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Record information from meetings or other formal proceedings.
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Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
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Prepare legal documents.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Provide information to coworkers.
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization
Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
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Assisting and Caring for Others
Make travel, accommodations, or entertainment arrangements for others.
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Performing Administrative Activities
Prepare business correspondence.
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Issue documentation or identification to customers or employees.
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Send information, materials or documentation.
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Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
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Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.