Legal & Paralegal jobs

Description The Litigation Support Team at Leidos currently supporting the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in Los Angeles, CA has an opening for a Front Desk/Receptionist (Clerical) to work in a downtown Los Angeles, CA...
2613 West Henrietta Road Full time R275904 As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integri...
U.S. Private Bank - Private Banker - VP/ED - Law Firm Group New York, NY, United States Job Information Job Identification 210805954 Job Category Client Advisory Business Unit Asset & Wealth Management Posting Date 1...
On-site US, District of Columbia, Washington Full time R01172702 Job Description: 3M is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. The position will be locat...
Paralegal (PL) – Junior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Junior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Paralegal (PL) – Junior to support mission-criti...
Paralegal (PL) – Senior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Senior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Paralegal (PL) – Senior to support mission-criti...
Paralegal (PL) – SME Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Expert-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Paralegal (PL) – SME to support mission-critical op...
Paralegal (PL) – Journeyman Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Mid-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Paralegal (PL) – Journeyman to support mission-...
Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) – SME Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Expert-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Legislative/Legal Research L...
Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) – Journeyman Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Mid-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Legislative/Legal Resear...
Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) – Senior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Senior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Legislative/Legal Researc...
Legislative/Legal Research Lead (LRL) – Junior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Junior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Legislative/Legal Researc...
Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – SME Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Expert-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – SME to suppo...
Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Journeyman Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Mid-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Journeym...
Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Junior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Junior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Junior to...
Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Senior Work Location:  Washington, DC Employment Type:  Full-Time, Senior-Level Department:  Administrative and Logistics Support CGS is seeking a skilled Law Clerk/Attorney (LC/A) – Senior to...
Description We are seeking a full-time Litigation and Collections Counsel to join our growing legal team. In this role, you will play an important part in managing a variety of litigation matters, with a primary focus on...
Job Description This account manager position leads the migration of existing Thomson Reuters Corporate SMB customers to CoCounsel, working a defined list of assigned target accounts from first conversation through compl...
We are hiring a Senior QA Patent Analyst to join our Intellectual Property team at Clarivate. In this role, you will review medical device and/or mechanical engineering patent cases received from USPTO. You will ensure d...
Company Description At Briotix Health, we care for people and build better workplaces. For more than 30 years, we have partnered with organizations to improve workforce health through proactive injury prevention, musculo...
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. POSITION SUMMARY: Must live in Central MA to Southern CT to be cons...
STUDENT COOP EDUC O/S-HOMEROOM INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING Location: Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States Date: Oct 24, 2026 Req ID: 49958 Team: 67 Cost Estimating & Pricing Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding US Citizenship R...
MotionAi brings together the leading high-tech automation solution providers for industrial automation across the United States. Our expertise includes emerging automation technologies with focused disciplines in robotic...
Job Details: We are hiring immediately for Industrial Maintenance Mechanics at all experience levels! Pay will vary based on experience level, includes a shift differential increase for 3rd shift, and has potential for o...
Job Duties COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimag...
Job Description: Come help define the future of our products with our Front-End Innovation team! The Senior Industrial Designer-Front-End Innovation invests in the future of Milwaukee using a user-centered approach to so...
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...
Rate: $15 USD per hour 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 lea...
Project Engineer 1, Industrial/Manufacturing Location: Social Circle, GA, USAtlanta, GA, US, 30339 Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving the...
Industrial Millwright ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus), Thomaston, GA At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company. We're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day. As an Industri...

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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