Legal & Paralegal jobs

Center: Mount Healthy, OH Pay Range: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour Job Type: Seasonal, Full-Time No evenings or weekends! Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at Brig...
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Build the Future of Flight: Drive Manufacturing Excellence on Advanced Aerospace Platforms Position: Manufacturing Industrial Engineer Company: PDS Tech Commercial (partnering with a leading aerospace innovator) Location...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world\'s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable,...
Description Overview: Our company is seeking an experienced Paralegal with specialized eDiscovery skills for a contract-to-hire role supporting active litigation and compliance projects in a fully remote capacity. We are...
Description We are looking for a skilled Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in New Castle, Delaware. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting real estate transactions by...
Description Family Law Paralegal Our client, a leading boutique Family Law firm with an office in the Evergreen area is looking for a 3 plus years family law paralegal. You will be responsible for paralegal duties which...
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2518631 Summary\ Valley County is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate professional to fill the dual-f...
Position number : K0059415 Location of Employment: 13th Judicial District, Butler County, KS Position Title and Salary : Trial Court Clerk II, grade 18, $ 18.57 hourly Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Cen...
Req Number 180562 Job Description Provide comprehensive support to the legal team by serving as a mentor and resource to junior staff. Responsible for managing multiple high level tasks such as preparation for legal docu...
Litigation Paralegal Hybrid | Salt Lake City, UT $100,000 - $110,000/year We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Litigation Paralegal to support a fast-paced legal team in a fintech-driven environment. This role...
Description Legal Assistant Our client, a regional law firm downtown Denver has an immediate need for a Legal Practice Assistant, to join their Denver office. This role is a great opportunity for a skilled Legal Practice...
Description We are looking for a skilled Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support for litigation-related tasks. This contract position, based in Austin, Texas, offers the opportunity to wo...
Description Responsibilities: Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing including, patent applications, Preliminary Amendments, Information Disclosure Statements, Responses to Mis...
Description We are looking for an experienced 2+ year Legal Assistant to join a boutique estate planning law firm in Chandler, Arizona. This role requires someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong background in leg...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Manager, IP Paralegals US-Washington DC | US-IL-Chicago | US-TX-Dallas | US-MA-Boston | US-WI-Milwaukee | US-CA-Los Angeles | US-CA-San Diego ID 2026-3458 Category Management Type Regular Full-Time FLSA...
Description A top MN plaintiff-side Personal Injury law firm in the SW Metro is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal with at least 2 years of relevant experience to join their team. This is a great opportunit...
Description We are looking for an experienced Trial Paralegal to join our detail-oriented services team in West Palm Beach, Florida. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting attorneys as they prepare for...
Description Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented attorney to fill the position of Associate Corporate Counsel to support Amazon Web Services, a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com. Amazo...
Description Our client is a thriving start-up. They are seeking a senior attorney to partner directly with the Founder and core leadership team on the development and execution of fund and investment structures. This is...
Summary This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. Salary wage as shown is for the Rest of the U.S. pay scal...
Summary The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a General Attorney in the General Litigation and Administrative Practice Group in Washington, DC. If selected, you will serve as a General Attorney (Litigation)...
Summary Department of Justice (DOJ) agencies post experienced attorney job announcements on the DOJ Careers page. The DOJ typically hires hundreds of attorneys each year. Responsibilities The Diversion Law Section works...
Description We are partnering with a full-service downtown Minneapolis law firm seeking a transactional/business attorney to join its practice. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in a law firm or in-h...
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SENIOR ATTORNEY - 60010110 Date: Mar 26, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resource\mana...
Join the Clean Energy Revolution Become an Associate Attorney at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this role, you will serve as lead or supporting counsel on commercial disputes-from incept...
Summary This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. Salary wage as shown is for the Rest of the U.S. pay scal...
Summary This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links bel...

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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