Legal & Paralegal jobs

4586Associate Multiple Offices Intellectual PropertyTuesday, March 17, 2026Legal At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including individuals...
4599Counsel Multiple Offices Intellectual PropertyMonday, March 23, 2026Legal At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including individuals fro...
About the Role Uber's Litigation Team handles a broad litigation portfolio, touching on antitrust, marketing, IP, privacy, securities, accessibility, contract, unfair competition, and everything in between. We are seekin...
About the Role Uber's Litigation Team handles a broad litigation portfolio, touching on antitrust, marketing, IP, privacy, securities, accessibility, contract, unfair competition, and everything in between. We are seekin...
100552 With 500+ professionals and 350+ business professionals, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP (www.manatt.com), is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraor...
About the Role Uber's Litigation Team handles a broad litigation portfolio, touching on antitrust, marketing, IP, privacy, securities, accessibility, contract, unfair competition, and everything in between. We are seekin...
Description We are looking for a Litigation Assistant to join a busy personal injury practice in Irvine, California, and provide day-to-day support across active litigation matters. This fully onsite role is a contract o...
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Description Our client a regional law firm in the Philadelphia suburbs is searching for experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a plaintiff-side practice, supporting high-stakes catastrophic personal injury matters. Thi...
Position Purpose: This position provides professional legal support by assisting attorney staff with a wide range of tasks. This role will support customer and home services litigation, including consumer protection, bre...
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your caree...
Description We are looking for a Trial Support Paralegal to join a legal team in Media, PA on a Contract basis. Candidate must be able to work 8:30-5 onsite in Media, PA the week of July 6th. This role supports attorneys...
Description Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with five (5) years of experience employment based business immigration. Responsibilities Assist with, prepare and file employment-based applications (H,...
Description We are looking for a Legal Secretary to join a legal team in Chattanooga, Tennessee in a Contract to permanent capacity. This position supports a busy plaintiff-side medical malpractice insurance defense prac...
C ompany Overview Price Benowitz LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C.. Our areas of practice include personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal defense, family law, and trusts and estates. Gu...
About Us Price Benowitz LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and Illinois. Our practice areas include personal inju...
Legal Billing Specialist PMOUNTJP00001172 Hourly pay: $40/hr. Worksite: Leading digital streaming network (Nashville, TN 37201 - Onsite) W2 Employment, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement Savings Program, PSL...
Job Description Our client, a fast-paced matrimonial law firm in White Plains, NY, is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support a team of attorneys handling a high-volume caseload. This individual will play a critical...
Description We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a busy personal injury litigation practice. This permanent position is based onsite five days per week and will play a central role in keeping cases orga...
Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, June 18, 2026 More than a...
Job Description The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Paralegal in its Early Complaint Assessment Bureau (ECAB). In this position the Paralegal is responsible for providing time-sensi...
Job Description The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Paralegal in its Early Complaint Assessment Bureau (ECAB). In this position the Paralegal is responsible for providing time-sensi...
Description Robert Half is partnering with a Public-Sector Organization looking for a Legal Assistant to join a law office on a 3-month contract assignment. This onsite role supports attorneys and daily office operations...
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the wo...
Description We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support intellectual property litigation matters within a fast-paced health pharm/biotech environment in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This contract position will fo...
Summary Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRCs) provide and coordinate a wide range of rehabilitation, counseling, and case management services to disabled veterans and other eligible individuals. The purpose, object...
The Company Cypress Creek Energy is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a dive...
Summary This position is located at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, Loma Linda CA working in a unique VA environment where the continual existence and level of serious crimes are on par with crimes such as homicide,...
Assistant or Associate General Counsel Print ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil/jobs/newprint/5363047 ) Apply ? Assistant or Associate General Counsel Salary See Position Description Location 390 Rober...
45892L Summer Associate Multiple Offices Intellectual PropertyFriday, March 27, 2026Legal At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences a...

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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