Search jobs now Find the right job type for you Explore how we help job seekers Contract talent Permanent talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Legal Administrative and Customer Support 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 Inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Senior Legal Assistant in Long Island, NY

Senior Legal Assistant Job Description

Legal professionals in these senior paralegal/legal assistant hybrid roles generally supervise other members of the legal support teams. In addition, they may take a more active role in client interactions. They are generally expected to have three to five years of experience as a legal assistant, some previous supervisory experience and at least an associate’s degree, preferably in a law-related field.

Typical senior legal assistant duties:

Overseeing day-to-day workflow and schedulingEnsuring coverage during evenings and weekends as requiredHiring and training general administrative staff

Looking for a legal assistant or a senior legal assistant job?

Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can help you with your senior legal assistant staffing needs.
Salary for Senior Legal Assistant in Long Island, NY
89375 - 107188
25th percentile
89375
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
98125
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
107188
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 Paralegal Manager 108750 122813 134688 Senior/Supervising Paralegal, 7+ Years’ Experience 100000 114063 128438 Midlevel Paralegal, 4-6 Years’ Experience 85313 100000 118438 Paralegal, 2-3 Years’ Experience 62500 77188 92813 Entry/Junior Paralegal, 0-2 Years’ Experience 56875 63125 71875 Legal Assistant 65000 76875 89063 Legal Operations Manager 105313 127813 146250 Legal Operations Specialist 93438 106875 124375 Explore More Salaries

Explore exclusive insights

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