Description A well-established law firm is seeking an attorney to join its commercial and real estate litigation practice. This attorney will manage a range of business and property-related disputes while working directl...
Description Robert Half is partnering with a law firm in Seattle, WA to identify a Litigation Attorney who is ready to IMMEDIATELY jump in to assist and possibly join their team. This role is well suited to a licensed at...
Full Time Full Time New York, NY, US Salary Range: $90,854.87 To $90,854.87 Annually Job Code 224 Department Name Legal Fund Matrimonial Reports To Supervising Attorneys and Director of the Legal Services Fund FLSA Statu...
NY HELP Yes Agency Cannabis Management, Office of Title Senior Attorney (NY HELPS) - VID 221250 Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary...
Full Jobs List Full Exams List Senior Trial Assistant, prov. Location: Rochester, NY Title: Senior Trial Assistant, prov. Deadline: August 28, 2026 5:00pm Salary: $53,497 - $71,105 annually Agency/Dept.: Public Defender'...
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 positio...
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 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...
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 positio...
Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit here. This is an excepted service appointment under the Pathways Recent Graduates Program. This appointment is a o...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21012711 Date: Aug 3, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/wor...
Job Description Organization Profile: Pursuant to Article 18B of the County Law, the Assigned Counsel Plan (ACP), in consultation with the Presiding Justices of the Appellate Divisions in the First and Second Departments...
Title: Senior Counsel, US Employment Trinzic is seeking an experienced employment attorney to join its Legal Department as Senior Counsel, US Employment. Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Employment, this...
Title: Senior Counsel, US Employment Trinzic is seeking an experienced employment attorney to join its Legal Department as Senior Counsel, US Employment. Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Employment, this...
Title: Senior Counsel, US Employment Trinzic is seeking an experienced employment attorney to join its Legal Department as Senior Counsel, US Employment. Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Employment, this...
Summary The Department of Justice, Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes complex criminal matters and assists the United States Attorney 's Offices in investigations, trials, and appeals. Senior Counsel in the Of...
Title: Senior Counsel, US Employment Trinzic is seeking an experienced employment attorney to join its Legal Department as Senior Counsel, US Employment. Reporting to the Vice President, Litigation & Employment, this...
Legal Program Director Recruitment # 260730-0559MP-001 Location Hartford, CT Date Opened 8/5/2026 12:00:00 AM Salary $116,650 - $159,051/year Job Type Open to Statewide Employees Close Date 8/18/2026 11:59:00 PM Go Back...
Role Location: Waltham, MA, hybrid, or remote The Company We are Alloy Therapeutics - a biotechnology ecosystem and Product Development Organization (PDO) empowering the global scientific community to make better medicin...
Summary The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office whose mission is to promote excellence, integrity, and accountability throughout the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In our dynamic environmen...
Summary The position of Deputy Associate General Counsel, Appellate and Supreme Court Litigation Branch is located in the Division of Enforcement Litigation in the Office of the General Counsel. The incumbent reports dir...
Summary This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for serving the Legal Counsel to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (LC), the Office of Legal Couns...
Litigation Paralegal Print ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/indianapolis/jobs/newprint/5437856 ) Apply ? Litigation Paralegal Salary $51,355.20 Annually Location City County Building, IN Job Type Full Time Job Nu...
Job Description ABOUT THE OFFICE: Pursuant to Article 18-B of the County Law, the Assigned Counsel Plan (ACP), in consultation with the Presiding Justices of the 1st and 2nd Appellate Divisions, has been providing qualit...
Job Description The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County ("BXDA") is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County comm...
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