Legal & Paralegal jobs

Vocational Rehab Counselor Date Posted: Oct 30, 2026 Requisition ID: 486338 Location: Terre Haute, IN, US, 47803 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employer...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutio...
Legal Assistant Date Posted: Oct 30, 2026 Requisition ID: 486401 Location: Evansville, IN, US, 47713 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the sta...
IT Litigation Support Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level Department: Information Technology Contact Government Services is looking for a Litigation Support Technician to work at the United States Attorney's Office. As...
IT Litigation Support Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level Department: Information Technology Contact Government Services is looking for a Litigation Support Technician to work at the United States Attorney's Office. As...
Senior Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Legal CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join a fast-moving, extremely active in-house government legal team.  This position is a key role...
Senior Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Legal CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to join a fast-moving, extremely active in-house government legal team.  This position is a key role...
Law Clerk Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candi...
Senior FOIA Paralegal Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Senior FOIA Paralegal to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candi...
Senior FOIA Paralegal Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Senior FOIA Paralegal to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candi...
Senior eDiscovery Litigation Technologist Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior eDiscovery Litigation Technologist to join a fast-paced and hard-working team t...
Senior eDiscovery Litigation Technologist Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior eDiscovery Litigation Technologist to join a fast-paced and hard-working team t...
Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL), Position Description Number T6397000/T6400000 and is part of the MD 175th ANG, Nationa...
Mission Lawn and Landscape, a prosperous and growing landscaping company in beautiful Northwest Montana is seeking a long-term, committed, hardworking, and experienced Operations Manager who, once hired, will be able to...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is seeking an Eligibility Verification Specialist to support the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) FEHB Protection Act Compliance and Verification Program. This Admin II Operations position performs det...
Maximus is hiring! Join our team as an OPM FEHB Admin II. The Intake Specialist supports the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) project by processing mailed documentation f...

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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