Legal & Paralegal jobs

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of...
102278 805 Se 2nd St, Lawton, Oklahoma 73501 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description A Branch Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of a branch, ensuring efficiency, customer satisfa...
Position Purpose: The Staff Fraud Engineer owns the design, implementation, and evolution of the enterprise fraud prevention technology stack, delivering scalable, real-time defenses across all channels. This role leads...
The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world's most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with...
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Supervisor to oversee and lead maintenance operations within our industrial/manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and...
Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience practicing law and a strong background in legal re...
Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience practicing law and a strong background in legal re...
The San Francisco Adult Probation Department values the individuality and diversity of justice involved adults, recognize the unique challenges they face, and invest in their success through services designed to help the...
Schedule - Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday - Friday Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance Short & long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off an...
Join the Pack! A community with nearly 8,000 faculty and staff, and 30,000 students. NC State is one of the largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities. Visit us at https://jobs.hr...
Departmental Analyst 9-11: Crime Intel Analyst - Criminal Investigations Division Print ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5251733 ) Apply ? Departmental Analyst 9-11: Crime Intel Analyst - C...
As Deputy General Counsel for the Department of Mental Health, you will play an essential role in guiding the agency through a complex legal landscape that supports community-based and residential mental health services...
Working Title: Security Counselor Job Class: Security Counselor Agency: Direct Care and Treatment Job ID : 92465 Location : Anoka Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Ap...
Working Title: Law Clerk - Student Worker Para Prof Sr Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior Agency: Cannabis Management Office Job ID : 92382 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes Full/Part Time : Ful...
Working Title: Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector Job Class: Law Compliance Representative 1 Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources Job ID : 92427 Location : Bemidji Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Full-...
Vocational Rehab Counselor Date Posted: Feb 26, 2026 Requisition ID: 473515 Location: Clarksville, IN, US, 47129 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employer...
Working Title: Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector Job Class: Law Compliance Representative 1 Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources Job ID : 92432 Location : _Lake Carlos State Park Telework Eligible : No Full/P...
Working Title: Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector Job Class: Law Compliance Representative 1 Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources Job ID : 92428 Location : _Maplewood State Park Telework Eligible : No Full/Par...
Description Litigation Support Project Manager Our client, a leading law firm in Denver is looking for a 5 plus year experienced Litigation Support Manager to join their team in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will o...
Lead Operations Industrial Engineer Who we are? We are a French pharmaceutical industrial group, recognized for making affordable healthcare products that improve and simplify patients' lives to as many people as possibl...
Shift: Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-2:30am About the Role As a Senior Maintenance Technician, you will efficiently coordinate and implement repairs and perform equipment and facility maintenance in a cost-effective manner. Wha...
As a Specialist - Quotations, you will develop proposals, bids, quotations, or other documents describing organizational products and services in response to requests from prospective clients. You will collaborate with m...
Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 ye...
Location Address: 1408 Unity Street, Thomasville, North Carolina 27360 Work Shift: 8hr-3rd Shift (United States of America) Location: Thomasville, NC Schedule: 3rd Shift 10:45PM - 7:15AM Pay Rate: $30.00/hr. (Base) plus...
Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 ye...
Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offe...
Job Title: Automation EngineerJob Description Provide technical start-up, checkout, and programming for Building Automation and Control Systems. Responsibilities Work collaboratively with design engineers, operation engi...
As a Senior Industrial Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for providing pre or post-sales support and expertise to assist the Sales team in their sales efforts of industrial automation products, systems and s...
This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4684046 Sage V Foods, headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, is a leading provider of...
Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offe...

1. What Legal and Paralegal Jobs Do (High Level)

Legal Jobs

  • Focus on providing legal advice, representing clients, and interpreting laws
  • Include litigation, corporate law, criminal law, intellectual property, and more
  • Require strong analytical thinking, negotiation, and advocacy skills

Paralegal Jobs

  • Focus on supporting lawyers and legal teams
  • Perform research, draft documents, and manage case files
  • Ensure legal work is organized, accurate, and efficient

Together, these roles keep the legal system functioning and support clients’ legal needs.


2. Common Legal Jobs

Lawyers / Attorneys

  • Corporate Lawyer
  • Criminal Defense Lawyer
  • Intellectual Property Lawyer
  • Family Law Attorney
  • Litigation Lawyer

Senior & Leadership Roles

  • Partner at law firm
  • General Counsel (in-house)
  • Judge (advanced career path)

Key Skills for Lawyers

  • Legal research and analysis
  • Advocacy & negotiation
  • Drafting contracts and legal documents
  • Court procedures & compliance
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving

3. Common Paralegal Jobs

Entry-Level / Early Career

  • Legal Assistant
  • Junior Paralegal
  • Litigation Support Specialist

Mid-Level Roles

  • Corporate Paralegal
  • Real Estate Paralegal
  • Intellectual Property Paralegal
  • Compliance Paralegal

Senior Roles

  • Senior Paralegal
  • Paralegal Manager
  • Legal Operations Specialist

Key Skills for Paralegals

  • Legal research & writing
  • Document preparation & filing
  • Case management & organization
  • Knowledge of legal terminology
  • Communication with clients and attorneys

4. Industries That Hire Legal & Paralegal Professionals

  • Law firms (corporate, criminal, civil, IP)
  • Corporate legal departments
  • Government & public sector
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Courts & judicial systems
  • Compliance departments in finance, healthcare, and tech

5. Career Growth & Pay Potential

  • Lawyers typically earn higher salaries, especially in corporate, patent, or specialized law
  • Paralegals have stable career paths with opportunities for specialization or management
  • Certifications (e.g., Certified Paralegal, advanced law degrees, bar licensure) can boost career prospects

6. Who Should Choose These Careers?

Lawyers are ideal for people who:

  • Enjoy problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Can handle high responsibility and pressure
  • Are passionate about advocacy and justice

Paralegals are ideal for people who:

  • Enjoy research, organization, and attention to detail
  • Want to work in the legal field without a law degree
  • Are comfortable supporting attorneys and managing legal documentation


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