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Description Austin Industries is one of the nation's largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every @type of civil, commercial a...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...
43248BR Requisition ID: 43248BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Are you interested in working on large-scale industrial projects? At CDM Smith, we're committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges...

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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