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Legal Support Worker

Operational-level

Also known as: Advocate, Brief Writer, Case Briefer, Closer

Finance & LegalBachelor's Degree

Job Description

All legal support workers not listed separately.
Legal SupportParalegal StudiesLegal AdministrationLaw Firm OperationsLegalFinanceBusiness AdministrationGovernment

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Projected growth

-0.3%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

4,700

per year (US)

Jobs today

50,200

in 2025 → 50,000 (2035)

Typical entry education

Associate's degree

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

This field maintains steady employment levels with consistent demand. Job opportunities remain available with moderate competition.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • Secrétaire juridique
  • Assistant(e) administratif(ve)
  • Clerc de bureau

Where it can lead

  • Parajuriste
  • Administrateur(trice) juridique
  • Spécialiste de la conformité

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will significantly impact legal support roles by automating routine tasks such as document review, e-discovery, contract analysis, and legal research. This shift will allow legal support workers to focus on more complex, analytical, and client-facing activities, requiring enhanced skills in technology literacy, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making. While some administrative tasks may diminish, the demand for human oversight and nuanced judgment in legal processes will remain.

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Salary

$72,110

Median annual wage, BLS 2025

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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