Legal & Paralegal jobs

Rate: $20.40 USD per hour Description JOB SUMMARY: This is an entry-level direct care position assigned to community residences. Incumbents are assigned to shifts to ensure the provision of 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-wee...
The Universal Banker is an entry level position responsible for the assistance in the execution of sales, products or service activities in coordination with the customer service team. The overall objective of this role...
Law Clerk II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Law Clerk to provide assistance in all phases of litigation for a large federal agency office. This is a high-...
This job was posted by https://joblink.delaware.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.delaware.gov/jobs/1540103 Plans, coordinates, develops and implements an individual and group counseling program for...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This positio...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
Employer: Cantor Fitzgerald SecuritiesJob Title: Vice President, Assistant General CounselWorksite Address: 110 East 59th Street, New York, NY 10022Job Description: Serve as a corporate attorney and advise on legal aspec...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This positio...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position...
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13593157 Job Requisition ID:57475\ Closing Date:08/12/2026 Agency:Department of Ch...
Job Summary:The E-discovery and Litigation Support ("EDLS") Manager works in the BDO USA Office of the General Counsel (OGC) on legal related matters assigned to EDLS. The EDLS Manager has responsibility for (i) managing...
Summary This is an excepted service appointment under the Pathways Recent Graduates Program. This appointment is a one year career development program. At the successful completion of the program requirements, you may be...
Description We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join a growing law firm in Santa Ana, California. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within a nationally recognized firm speci...
Summary For more information on Department of Justice and United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. Additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being anno...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/ Responsibilities The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) is seeking a highly quali...
Job Description The New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC) oversees a transportation ecosystem that moves nearly 1 million riders every single day the equivalent of the entire Boston transit system. TLC is t...
Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Associate Chief Counsel, Los Angeles. Responsibilities This position is tha...
Description Civil Litigation Defense Attorney (2-5 Years Experience) Seattle, WA (Hybrid Schedule Available) $110,000-$155,000 DOE + Multiple Bonus Opportunities A well-established and highly regarded Seattle litigation...
Claims Attorney - Financial Services Group Legal & ClaimsThe Financial Services Group (FSG) is Aon's dedicated management liability insurance specialty practice with deep experience in directors' and officers' (D&...
Description Key Responsibilities As a Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney, you will: Represent trustees, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, and other interested parties in trust and probate disputes Handle all...
Deputy Attorney General - Criminal Appeals Date Posted: Jul 18, 2026 Requisition ID: 480992 Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the...
Summary For more information on Department of Justice and United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. Additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being anno...
Summary This position serves as a Resident Agent in Jacksonville, FL, reporting to Regional Office 12 Tampa, in Tampa, Florida, of the National Labor Relations Board. The purpose of this position is to carry out a variet...
Deputy Attorney General - Asset Recovery & Bankruptcy Date Posted: Jul 18, 2026 Requisition ID: 480991 Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joi...
Summary This position is located in the Appellate and Supreme Court Litigation Branch of the Division of Enforcement Litigation. The function of this Branch is to conduct the litigation in the Court of Appeals involving...
State Counsel DivisionAdult Survivors Act Unit White PlainsProject Attorney (18-Month Term Position)Reference No. ASAWPPA3894Application Deadline is August 14, 2026Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 + $4,000 in location pa...

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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