Legal & Paralegal jobs

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Job Title: Account Manager - Industrial Sales Representative Description: Overview Snap-on Sales Representative - Selling Direct to Industrial Corporations Snap-on Inc. is more than the premier global tool and equipment...
Experience Required 5 - 20 years Minimum Education Required Bachelor's Degree Compensation $7.25 / hourly Hours Per Week 40 Number Of Positions 1 Work Schedule and Shift Requirements First (Day) Job Description We're one...
Description We are looking for an Applicant WC Attorney to join a growing legal team in California. This position focuses on representing injured workers in workers' compensation matters within a collaborative, technolog...
Summary The Veterans Benefits Administration has a wide network of field locations where personnel provide Servicemembers, Veterans, their dependents, and survivors with information, advice and assistance regarding the a...
Summary The Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Officer (VREO) manages the Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) division and is responsible for providing administrative and technical dir...
Description Tech company is seeking a Legal Operations professional to support the final stages of a CLM platform implementation and take ownership of the system for ongoing administration, support, and optimization. Thi...
Hybrid Work Lincolnshire, Illinois Full time JR103069 Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart so...
Senior Administrative Assistant (Administrative Support Assistant III) - Consumer & Small Business Legal Capital One is seeking an exceptionally bright, self-motivated, and experienced Administrative Support Assistan...
Senior Administrative Assistant (Administrative Support Assistant III) - Consumer & Small Business Legal Capital One is seeking an exceptionally bright, self-motivated, and experienced Administrative Support Assistan...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company / Location Information A. O. Smith Corporation, founded over 150 years ago in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a global leader applying innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products m...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: About the Job: The Litigation Team within Northwestern Mutual\'s Law Department represents the Company in all litigation filed against or by the Company. As a member of the Team, you will lead matters f...
Description Robert Half is seeking a Legal Assistant for a well-established law firm in downtown Chicago. This position will support attorneys in a busy litigation and workers' compensation practice and is ideal for a pr...
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21013410 Date: Aug 31, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflo...
Description We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a busy legal team in Framingham, Massachusetts. This Contract position is well suited to a detail-oriented candidate who can manage litigation support ta...
Description About the Opportunity An established Southwest Louisiana law firm is preparing to open a new office in Lafayette and is seeking an experienced Criminal Law Paralegal to join the team. This is an excellent opp...
Description We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a prominent law firm. This role supports attorneys with document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and daily case coordination in a fast-paced l...
Job Description The Paralegal Aide would perform tasks including: data entry into Law Manager, filing settlement documents with the Court including stipulations of settlement and stipulations of discontinuance, processin...
Description We are looking for a talented attorney to help support some of our most cutting-edge machine learning and artificial intelligence initiatives, as we continue to bring delightful new products and services to o...
Location: 27-40 Hoyt Avenue South, Lower Level, Astoria, NY 11102 Position Type: Full-Time (Temporary Term), Non-Exempt Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (35 hrs/week) Compensation: $35.58 per hour About HANAC...
Litigation Associate - St. George{3D9B76ED-AC9D-4C29-AD02-F499CEE69C68} Regional Capabilities Posted on September 2, 2026 Culture and Engagement at Dentons Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority...
Who We Are As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for a...
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support intake and case coordination for a services organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal fo...
Description Our client, a growing multi-state organization operating in a highly regulated consumer services industry, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to serve as the company's lead legal advisor. This attorney wil...
About Barilla At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we've blossomed into a global leader in the food in...
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support attorneys with document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and file management in Baltimore, Maryland. This role is well suited to someone who can handle m...
Description We are looking for an experienced Assistant General Counsel to support a busy legal team in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a contracts attorney who brings strong judgment, excel...
Description We are looking for a highly organized Legal Practice Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation team in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for a legal support specialist with strong...
Description We are looking for a Trial Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal staff in a fast-paced litigation practice. This role focuses on coordinating high-volume administrative and case-related work, prepari...
Description Robert Half is partnering with a Solo General Practitioner looking for a skilled Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in East Haven, Connecticut. This role is well suited for someone who is confide...

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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