Legal Receptionist

A Legal Receptionist performs administrative duties at a legal practice or in a courthouse. You might greet clients and answer phone calls or respond to client enquiries. Legal Receptionists might deal with email correspondence and coordinate meetings with clients or other stakeholders. You might support other colleagues in your office by preparing documents, maintaining client files or other administrative tasks.

Legal Receptionists should have strong customer service skills and be able to handle several tasks at one time. It’s important that you are organised and can manage your time well. Legal Receptionists should be able to follow instructions and work with clients from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a legal receptionist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB50720

Diploma of Paralegal Services
On Campus, Online
12 months
$6,780 - $9,900
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist
Legal Secretary Paralegal Legal Researcher Law Clerk
+ 4 more
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist Legal Secretary Paralegal Legal Researcher Law Clerk + 4 more
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Common questions

How much does a Legal Receptionist earn?

In Australia, a full time Legal Receptionist generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Legal Receptionist?

The number of people working in this field has dropped in recent years. There are currently 9,100 people employed as a Legal Receptionist in Australia, compared to 10,900 five years ago. Legal Receptionists may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Legal Receptionist?

A Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Legal Receptionist. This course will develop your skills with various administrative tasks such as keyboarding, but also looks at topics covering legal administration, payroll and finance and office technologies. You could also consider a Certificate III in Legal Services or a Certificate IV in Crime and Justice Studies.

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Further reading

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How to start a career in Legal Services

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