Legal & Paralegal jobs

NY HELP Yes Agency Addiction Services and Supports, Office of Title Addictions Counselor 2 (McPike ATC) (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade 18 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Profe...
Remote NM Las Cruces 88001 Remote NM Roswell 88201 Remote NM Santa Fe 87505 Part time R00000070577 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such...
Remote TN Lawrenceburg 38464 Part time R00000070590 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an exist...
Fort Sill OK 73503 Fed Fort Sill MB Oklahoma City OK 73145 Fed Tinker AFB Part time R00000070576 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as...
Salt Lake City UT 84113 Fed Salt Lake City Army NG Full time R00000070571 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of pe...
Latham NY 12110 Fed Latham Army NG Full time R00000070568 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal financial...
Remote IL Rockford 61101 Remote IL Rockford 61109 Remote IL Rockford 61110 Remote IL Rockford 61106 Remote IL Rockford 61105 Remote IL Rockford 61108 Remote IL Rockford 61107 Part time R00000070582 This position will pro...
Remote WI Appleton 54911 Part time R00000070591 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existing...
San Angelo TX 76901 PFC Goodfellow AFB Full time R00000070580 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal finan...
Remote WI Green Bay 54301 Part time R00000070593 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existing...
Remote MI Southfield 48033 Part time R00000070589 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existin...
Grissom Arb IN 46971 Fed Grissom AFB Part time R00000070584 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover...
Remote IN Gary 46401 Part time R00000070585 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existing assi...
Grayling MI 49738 Fed Grayling Army NG Part time R00000070587 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cove...
Remote MI Alpena 49707 Part time R00000070588 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existing as...
Remote IA Sioux City 51101 Part time R00000070586 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existin...
Part time R00000070592 This position will provide coverage in short-term, surge and on demand situations resulting from the Military needs such as a post-deployment event or to cover an existing assignment for counselors...
Tulsa OK 74116 Fed Tulsa Army NG Full time R00000070579 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal financial c...
OCONUS - US Army Garrison Casey Korea Full time R00000070581 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal financ...
Colorado Springs CO 80913 Fed Fort Carson MB Full time R00000070570 This position will provide personal financial services at assigned military installations. Primary responsibilities include the full breadth of personal...
EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE. EXCITING POSSIBILITIES. GREAT OPPORTUNITY.? Custom Truck One Source has changed the way the industry looks at specialized trucks and heavy equipment solutions. With sales, rentals, aftermarket parts...
Description We are looking for a bilingual Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team serving clients in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong administrative skills, sou...
The Company PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consum...
Description Robert Half Legal is seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal to support a growing organization focused on acquiring gas stations and commercial real estate properties. This role is ideal for a paraleg...
Please submit Cover Letter and Resume Please note: This position requires you to study for and successfully pass the HUD housing counseling exam. Candidates do not need to be certified prior to hire. GENERAL RESPONSIBILI...
CRIMINAL CONFLICT AND CIVIL REGIONAL COUNSEL, 1ST REGION- ASSISTANT REGIONAL COUNSEL - 21015388 Date: Aug 21, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (...
CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, MIDDLE REGION- ASSISTANT CAPITAL COLLATERAL COUNSEL I -21015655 Date: Aug 22, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Websi...
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal staff in a fast-moving litigation environment in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a Contract position designed to provide coverage during a leave o...
Real Estate Litigation Partner - New York, NY Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Real Estate Litigation Attorney to join the New York office of Fox Rothschild. The ideal candidate will have 12+...
$25 - $35 A leading professional services and information technology organization is seeking a Legal Invoice Review Quality Assurance Analyst for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Kennesaw, GA. This hybrid role focuses o...

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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