Browse jobs Find the right job type for you Explore how we help job seekers Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Preview candidates Contract talent Permanent talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Technology Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance and Accounting Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Legal Operations Human Resources 2025 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Building Future-Forward Tech Teams Job Market Outlook Press Room Salary and hiring trends Adaptive working Competitive advantage Work/life balance Diversity and inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Legal Receptionist

Legal Receptionist Job Description

Legal receptionists are responsible for managing a multiline phone system, including placing, receiving and directing calls. They may report to the senior/executive legal secretary and are responsible for responding to requests from callers, relaying messages, coordinating with mail delivery services, and greeting clients and other visitors. Legal receptionists may be responsible for the receipt, logging and distribution of legal documents. The position requires typing and computer proficiency, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Looking for a legal receptionist or a legal receptionist job?

Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your legal receptionist recruitment needs.
Salary for Legal Receptionist
38000 - 48000
25th percentile
38000
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
41750
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
48000
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Calendar/Docket Clerk 45000 52250 65750 File Clerk - Legal 41000 45500 53250 Office Services Clerk 38750 43000 48000 Office Manager – Legal 60750 68750 84500

Hiring? Start here.

Access millions of skilled contract and permanent candidates at every level from support roles to C-suite, and pinpoint the talent you need using our industry-leading matching technology. Find your next hire