Legal & Paralegal jobs

Summary Job title: AIMM Industrial Services Sales Trainee Job ID: null Department: AIMM AR Location: null-null Description Summary: AIMM Services is a specialized team dedicated to providing expert services and assessmen...
Summary Job title: AIMM Industrial Services Sales Trainee Job ID: null Department: AIMM AR Location: null-null Description Summary: AIMM Services is a specialized team dedicated to providing expert services and assessmen...
Eaton's North American Sales division is currently seeking an Executive Sales Engineer - Industrial/Commercial to join their team. This position will be based in Salt Lake City, UT and will cover Southeast Idaho, Southwe...
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disabilit...
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disabilit...
Summary The Tibor Rubin V Medical Center is recruiting for one (1) Industrial Equipment Mechanic located in the Engineering Service, Maintenance and Operations Section, Mechanics Shop and reports directly to the Maintena...
Summary This position is organizationally located at the William S. Middleton Memorial VA Medical Center (VAMC), Madison, Wisconsin, in the Mental Health (MH) Division. Rehabilitation Counselors utilize various professio...
Job Title: Industrial Engineer Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Job Description The Industrial Engineer will play a pivotal role in improving manufacturing processes and methods for cost...
Industrial Sales Engineer - Steel Sector Milwaukee, WI Job Type Full-time Description Ignite Innovation. Drive Performance. Shape the Future of Steel. Are you ready to fuse deep engineering knowledge with strategic sales...
Job Descriptions: Volunteer, Junior Counselors Did you know volunteering is a great way to explore interests, meet new people and to do something good for your community at the same time? If you answered YES, this is the...
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Rochester, NH Job Type Full-time Description Join the Team That Keeps Industry Aligned Ready to Turn Wrenches and Make Waves? If you thrive on solving tough mechanical challenges and love...
About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-se...
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provide leadership, mentoring, development, and priorities to IP staff under direct supervision to ensure customer groups are supported in all matters involving intellectual proper...
We are seeking to hire a Front Desk Receptionist/Division Assistant with experience in a law office, preferably in Insurance Defense. The ideal candidate should possess strong front desk skills, including: Answering the...
Description We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Rocklin, California. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for someone with a strong background in legal administrative tasks and a meti...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Columbia County District Attorney\'s Office seeking individual with experienced legal background to work full time (40 hrs/wk) assisting attorneys with preparing documents, maintaining files, fulfilling...
Summary The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida's (USAO-SDFL) mission is to enforce and defend the laws of the United States of America through the prosecution of criminal cases brought b...
Summary The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida's (USAO-SDFL) mission is to enforce and defend the laws of the United States of America through the prosecution of criminal cases brought b...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. Responsibilities The major duties of this position are to assist with Assesses victi...
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. This position...
Paralegal - III Job details Posted 28 January 2026 Location Newcastle, WA Job @type Contract Reference 991529 Job description Job Title: Paralegal - III Duration: 12 months Location: Bellevue WA 98006 Pay Rate : $38.00 -...
Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal specializing in estate administration to join our dedicated team at their law firm near Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will manage all aspects of...
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. This position...
Description We are looking for a Litigation Associate to join our client's law firm near Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic and well-established law firm, handling diverse ci...
NY HELP Yes Agency Workers' Compensation Board Title Senior Attorney/Assistant Attorney 1/2/3 (NY HELPS) WCB Items #121 and #3028 Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade 25 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scien...
Counsel - 87LA4E We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to hel...
Summary About the Position: This position is located at USSOUTHCOM COMBATANT COMMANDER STAFF JUDGE ADVOCATE, MIAMI, FL. If you are currently serving in a permanent, competitive service appointment in the Federal service,...
SENIOR ATTORNEY - 79011120 Date: Jan 29, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resource\mana...
Child Services Attorney Date Posted: Jan 29, 2026 Requisition ID: 471455 Location: Lafayette, IN, US, 47901 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in...
Lutron Electronics Company, Inc Intellectual Property Attorney US-PA-Coopersburg Job ID: 2024-3954 Type: Regular Full-Time of Openings: 1 Category: Legal Corporate Headquarters Overview Lutron is seeking a highly motivat...

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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