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Old Dominion Brush Company LLC (ODB) is accepting applications to fill the position of Mechanical Assembler in the Assembly department in Richmond, Virginia. Our Parent Company is Alamo Group. Position Summary: Under mod...
Entry level job in manufacturing of specialized equipment. Skillset: basic welding, brazing, burning, heating, some fabrication abilities and an understanding of components such as assembly and support structure. Must ha...
Thompson Industrial , powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for Seasonal Traveling Industrial Maintenance Laborers in the Dallas, TX area to join their safety conscious team traveling to and working within multiple locati...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Follow procedures to disassemble pumps and parts, blast & clean parts, and re-assembly of pumps and parts. Must be able to perform this task independently. Hand dress (grind) parts for proper appear...
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work he...
I. Job Summary Sets up and maintains digital customer records and provides administrative support for the Technical Service Center and Manufacturing & Industrial Sales Team. This team handles all billing for our Oil...
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...
Argonne National Laboratory seeks candidates for an Administrative Assistant role within the Intellectual Property (IP) and Commercialization Organization. Reporting to Argonne's Chief IP and Commercialization Officer, t...
Summary The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must...
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn has an immediate opening for an experienced Guest Services Supervisor. Job Purpose: Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate...
Requisition ID: 179622 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department: Design Engineering Market: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit In...
Requisition ID: 179622 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department: Design Engineering Market: Water/Wastewater Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit In...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems th...
Together we change lives. Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless. No matter where you are in your career journey you can apply your knowledge and...
Provide subject area expertise and project-manage cross-border project finance and development transactions with a focus on the energy and infrastructure sector, including international greenfield investments, syndicatio...
Legal Research Analyst I Location Trenton, NJ Job Code 795 Apply Now ( https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=NEWJERSH2&cws=40&rid=795 ) NOTICE OF VACANCY THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF TH...
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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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