Description Specific Duties and Responsibilities Business Development & Pursuit Efforts Assist in company's qualifications/proposal submission efforts Responsible for printing and production of company or market segm...
Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking an Industrial Engineer (Early Career) for our Missile Assembly team at Pike County Operations (PCO) in Troy, Alabama. Our team is responsible...
We bring you tomorrow's opportunity, today. Volt is immediately hiring Industrial Crating & Shipping Technicians in Mansfield, OH 44906 As a Industrial Crating & Shipping Technician, you will: Build custom wooden...
Standard Job Description The candidate will be responsible for developing production-operation estimates for TINA/FAR-compliant proposals and Cost Management for development contracts. This role involves but not limited...
Pella, Iowa, USA - The Center Full time REQ-22317 Who We Are Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resource...
Description Fiber Optic Technician POSITION SUMMARY The Fiber Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optic networks across multiple job sites. This role requires ensurin...
Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-7745 ~ 7745 Eagle Rd ~ EAGLE Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and trans...
LEGAL SECRETARY Civil Litigation | Established Solo Attorney Practice Salt Lake City, UT | On-Site A great opportunity is available for an experienced Legal Secretary / Litigation Assistant to join a well-established sol...
Description Our client is seeking a Confidential Administrative Assistant/Paralegal to provide administrative and legal support to the Legal Department. This role supports attorneys with document management, arbitration...
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal professionals with transactional, administrative, and corporate-related work. This role contributes to efficient matter management by coordi...
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Charleston, South Carolina. This contract position with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced law...
Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Billing Specialist with experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and Coyote software to support a busy legal team. This role is responsible for managing the...
Description Robert Half is partnering with an in-house organization in their search for a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their team. This role is located in the Greater Boston area and has a hybrid work model of...
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide un...
Job Description We are looking for Litigation Paralegals to be a part of our growing litigation and investigative support practice area in support of the Department of Justice. This person will support a variety of cases...
Description We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy legal team in Pennsylvania. This permanent role supports four attorneys and contributes to litigation matters from initial case development through t...
Albuquerque, NM, USA | Ability to obtain clearance | Hourly | Full Time SGI Global is seeking a Legal Clerk to support the Victim-Witness Program at the United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the District of New Mexi...
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support a busy legal team in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. This role is suited to someone who can manage litigation-related tasks with accuracy, stay organized ac...
Description We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a respected legal team in Irvine, California on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will contribute to civil litigation matters from early case de...
Description We are looking for an experienced Corporate Transactions Paralegal to support complex deal activity and legal operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Ohio. This role is well suited for a highly...
Experience Required 5 - 20 years Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Compensation $15.92 / Hourly Hours Per Week 20 Number Of Positions 1 Shift First Shift (Day) Job Description Job Description P...
Description We are looking for an accomplished, detail-oriented legal counsel to serve as Contract Senior Corporate Counsel for a long-term contract opportunity supporting an automotive manufacturing organization in Novi...
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join a legal team in Raleigh, North Carolina on a Contract basis. This onsite role supports labor and employment litigation matters by helping attorneys stay organized,...
Description We are looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join a boutique law firm and provide high-level support within an active litigation practice. This position works closely with three partners and is well suited fo...
Senior Liability Trial Attorney 136616 Zurich is looking for a Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our in-house Staff Legal team. This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a pre...
Description Under the general direction of the Friend of the Court, serves as a Referee for a variety of domestic relations matters involving child support, custody, parenting time, medical support, spousal support, show...
Description Robert Half is partnering with a respected law firm in the Derby/Wichita, Kansas area that is seeking a Kansas-licensed Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for a newly li...
Senior Liability Trial Attorney 136616 Zurich is looking for a Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our in-house Staff Legal team. This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a pre...
Description Litigation Attorney (Business Litigation) Confidential Opportunity | Seattle, WA For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a resume to Sam(dot)Sheehan(at)RobertHalf(dot)(com) Robert Half Legal...
Description We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to join a respected law firm in Hazle Township, Pennsylvania. This permanent opportunity is ideal for a legal specialist who thrives in a client-focused pract...
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