Legal & Paralegal jobs

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: The Contract Specialist is responsible for reviewing, implementing, and negotiating individual contracts. This position is critical in managing and facilitating contracts between Veit a...
More than 135 years ago, we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help businesses and individuals reach their goals. These core values shape our culture, and we were recently Great Place...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Number of Openings: 1 Job Title: EAP Counselor Senior Occupational Category: Please choose the most appropriate choice based on the Job Title and Description. Duties and Responsibilties of Job: Discover...
Description Essential Job Duties Include: Assess patient's state and extent of chemical use or psychotic state. Conduct psychological assessments to document history and identify preliminary issues for treatment focus. D...
DescriptionJob Title: Chemical Dependency CounselorDepartment: Chemical DependencyLocation: SLH - GH Main (40)SUMMARY:Performs all functions of counselor practice as outlined by NYS OASAS. Focus includes the development...
Department: Admissions Recruitment Full Time Open until filled: Yes Requisition: 202500381S Educational and Experience Requirement: Bachelors degree. No experience required. Knowledge of Sam Houston student recruitment a...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. These beliefs launched our company over 160 years ago. Today, they\'re just a few of the reasons...
Job Summary: Lone Star Lawn and Pest seeks to add a Lawn Technician to the team. Successful applicants will possess a professional demeanor and the ability to meet the requirements of this challenging , fulfilling positi...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment, including conveyors, mixers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems - Troubleshoot and repair mechanical,...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY: Being able to apply a strong working knowledge of the rules and regulations pertaining to OSHA, EPA, and DNR standards of compliance at all Lamers\' terminals. Documentat...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Details Job Location Waukesha, WI - Waukesha, WI Position Type Full Time Salary Range \$35.00 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Category Athletic Trainer Description Job Summary Industrial Injury Pr...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment, including conveyors, mixers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems - Troubleshoot and repair mechanical,...
Responsible for maintaining technical equipment for the job and ensuring that they are in working order. Processing a wide arrary of painting including thin and thick brucshes, airbrushes, rollers, and removing previous...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner. Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles. Spray prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and decorative or finish coating...
Industrial Designer. Oil Patch Group, Inc., Houston, TX. Meet and collaborate w/management to conceptualize and develop new, redesigned and improved oilfield parts focusing on (a) the mechanical redesign of essential com...
Industrial Designer. Oil Patch Group, Inc., Houston, TX. Meet and collaborate w/management to conceptualize and develop new, redesigned and improved oilfield parts focusing on (a) the mechanical redesign of essential com...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: We\'re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers w...
Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Maintenance Technician in Fort Worth, Texas Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $30.00 per hour Schedule: Second Shift Tuesday-Frida...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: We\'re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers w...
Applications to be submitted by January 16, 2026 Compensation Grade:M18Compensation Details:Minimum: $68,690.00 - Maximum: $68,690.00 AnnuallyPositions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland,...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Love + medicine is who we are, it\'s what we do, it\'s why people want to work here. If you\'re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Position: Senior Consultant | Mergers an...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver personalized health care experi...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver personalized health care experi...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: THE SALVATION ARMY North and Central Illinois Division Wonderland Camp and Conference Center POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Counselor LOCATION/DEPT: Wonderland Camp and Conference Center REPORTS T...
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for,...
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for,...
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for,...
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for,...
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for,...
In-person Hiring Event is being held in Austin, Texas, January 15th and 16th, 2026. The Vocational Rehabilitation Division at the Texas Workforce Commission is looking to fill multiple Transition and Vocational Rehabilit...

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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