Legal & Paralegal jobs

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community a...
Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional se...
Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional se...
Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional se...
Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional se...
Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional se...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Do you love fact-finding, inquiring, and examining details? Have you handled customer situations with troubleshooting and research? Here\'s an exciting entry-level Fraud Analyst opportunity you may want...
Financial Litigation Unit Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Legal As a Financial Litigation Unit Paralegal, you will apply investigative, analytical, and legal research skills to support the e...
Working Title: 2026 Summer Law Clerk - Antitrust Job Class: Legal Assistant 1 Agency: Attorney General's Office Job ID : 91724 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes, hybrid Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Tempor...
Working Title: 2026 Summer Law Clerk Job Class: Legal Assistant 1 (LA1) Attorney General Agency: Attorney General's Office Job ID : 91732 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes, hybrid Full/Part Time : Full-Time Reg...
Academic Services Officer III (ASO III) College of Engineering - Department of Industrial & Systems Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAcademic Services Officer III (ASO III) College of Engineering...
Summary The USPS OIG is seeking a highly qualified applicant to fill our Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) position detailed to the United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of California (San Fra...
Summary *PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL, UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE, UNITED STATES POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE AND POSTAL REGUL...
Summary The U.S. Attorney's Office represents the Federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States. This includes all criminal prosecutions for violations of Federal law, civil lawsuits by and a...
Working Title: Paralegal Supervisor Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor Senior Agency: Cannabis Expungement Board Job ID : 91744 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes - Up to 50% time Full/Part Time...
Center: Avon, CT Pay Range: $16.94 - $18.50 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 BrightPath Ki...
Laborer (Seasonal) - Delaware Canal State Park (Yardley) Print ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/5214814 ) Apply ? Laborer (Seasonal) - Delaware Canal State Park (Yardley) Salary $17.38 Hour...
Description: Mike Hostilo Law Firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 1 to 4 years of relevant experience. Qualified experience may include civil litigation, judicial staff attorney work, or a combination of...
:: About Crown: CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionat...
At Johnson & Johnson,?we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a?world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,?where treatments are smarter and les...
Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you wil...
Location Address: 14 Hall Street, Batavia, New York 14020 Work Shift: 8hr-2nd Shift (United States of America) As a fully competent Industrial Maintenance Technician, incumbent will perform repairs, preventive and correc...
Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you wil...
Amentum is seeking an Industrial Electrician III to join our facility operations & maintenance team in East Peoria IL! Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 06:30am to 03:00pm; hours may vary based on business de...
Amentum is seeking an Industrial Electrician IV to join our facility operations & maintenance team in East Peoria IL! Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 10:30PM to 07:00AM; hours may vary based on business dem...
Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you wil...
Amentum is seeking an Industrial Electrician IV to join our facility operations & maintenance team in East Peoria IL! Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 2:30PM to 11:00PM; hours may vary based on business dema...
Amentum is seeking an Industrial Electrician III to join our facility operations & maintenance team in East Peoria IL! Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm; hours may vary based on business dem...
Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity f...
Reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for the Installation, Inspection, Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Pneumatic Control Systems, Hydraulic Control Sys...

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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