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Legal Receptionist

A Legal Receptionist manages administrative tasks in a legal setting, greeting clients, handling inquiries, and supporting colleagues with documentation.

How do I become a legal receptionist

Get qualified to work as a legal receptionist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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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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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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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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Legal Receptionist careers

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.