Legal & Paralegal jobs

Rate: $38 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...
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13701558 \ Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Supply / Mining\ \ Since 197...
This position is remote and will support the Southern Tier. I. Job Summary Sets up and maintains digital customer records and provides administrative support for the Technical Service Center and Industrial Sales Team. Pr...
This position is remote and will support the Southern Tier. I. Job Summary Sets up and maintains digital customer records and provides administrative support for the Technical Service Center and Industrial Sales Team. Pr...
This position is remote and will support the Southern Tier. I. Job Summary Sets up and maintains digital customer records and provides administrative support for the Technical Service Center and Industrial Sales Team. Pr...
Explain admissions process and assist with troubleshooting issues related to incomplete applications.Guide students, parents and counselors through the admissions event registration system.Interact with other University...
Position: 1.00 FTE School Counselor Location: Midlakes Education Center Salary Range: $52,341 - $61,805 based on experience and demonstrated abilities. The responsibilities listed in this job description cannot be consid...
Summary About the Position: Position is located in the US Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District, Office of Counsel. This is a developmental position. You may be selected for the GS-11/12/13/14 grade level. Full...
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...
Summary About the Position: As a Paralegal Specialist you will managing District FOIA/Privacy Act operations and providing complex litigation support. Analyzes legal issues, conducts in-depth research, and drafts pleadin...
Summary About the Position: As a Paralegal Specialist you will managing District FOIA/Privacy Act operations and providing complex litigation support. Analyzes legal issues, conducts in-depth research, and drafts pleadin...
Ganguly Brothers Misula PLLC seeks full-time Legal Administrative Assistant in Rochester, NY. Finalize legal letters, forms, and submissions; prepare legal filing packages; maintain paper/digital matter files; request an...
Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRSHRAMFL.HRSCGSEARCHFL.GBL?Page=HRSAPPJBPSTFLand...
Summary If you are an Attorney with at least 3 years of criminal prosecution experience, preferably in an Inspector General's office, the Department of War, Intelligence Community, U.S. Attorney's Office, Main Justice, o...
Description We are looking for an experienced attorney to support a busy plaintiff-side practice in Tampa, Florida. This Contract position is ideal for a legal specialist who can oversee matters from initial pre-suit eva...
Description A regional, full-service firm in Portland, OR is seeking a mid-level or senior plaintiffs' attorney specializing in employment and civil rights litigation. This is a unique opportunity to step into a well-est...
The Lake Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Deputy County Attorney QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted to the Montana State. Must be know...
Description We are looking for a skilled Pre Litigation Attorney/Lawyer to join a law firm in Tampa, Florida on a Contract basis. This role focuses on guiding personal injury matters through the pre-litigation phase, ove...
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. Responsibilit...
Overview Microsoft Corporation has an immediate opening for a Law Enforcement Response Specialist to join its International Law Enforcement and National Security (LENS) team. The successful candidate will be highly organ...
We are seeking a Senior IP Analyst to join our Filing and Prosecution Team at Clarivate. In this role, you will be responsible for providing filing & prosecution support through docketing, paralegal services, Recorda...
Job Summary: The Legal Assistant performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of department goals and functions such as preparing correspondence, performing internal and external customer service,...
Working title: Public Information Legal Assistant Class title: Legal Assistant II Posting No.: 0812-26 Opening Date: 08/31/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Location: North Campus, 1106 Clayton Ln., Austin, TX 78723 C...
Summary This announcement is open to current or former federal employees and specific hiring authorities. Responsibilities If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that provides litigation suppo...
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. Responsibili...
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into int...
Summary The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a Supervisory General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel) in the Administrative Law and Legal Review Group located in Washington, DC. As an Assistant General Co...
Job ID: 260068480 Job Function: Shift Supervisor Pay: $19.37 - $21.99 per hour Job Category: Retail Stores Job Level: Team Leader Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating...
Specialist, Industrial Trades Education (2 positions) Position Title Specialist, Industrial Trades Education (2 positions) Position Type Classification Pay Grade 13 Department Industrial Trades Division Discipline Work S...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking an experienced Pattern Cutter / Industrial Sewing Machine Operator to join an upholstery manufacturing team in Elkhorn, WI. This position is responsible for cutting, sewing, and assemblin...

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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