Paralegal Jobs
Paralegal jobs are open across law firms, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofits, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles, with common specializations in litigation support, corporate law, and real estate. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
Find Paralegal JobsLooking for remote work? View remote paralegal jobs →Overview
Showing 5 of 2,609+ Paralegal jobs
Responsible for supporting attorneys in the various aspects of litigation related to case preparation, management, and execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: “Essential functions” are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.
Obtains, reviews, analyzes, and summarizes legal documentation pertaining to cases.
Schedules depositions and other meetings with clients, witnesses, experts, opposing counsel, court reporters and others.
Identifies, locates, interviews, and evaluates potential experts and sends expert packages to parties for review.
Tracks requests for documents and regularly follows up on progress of receipt.
Regularly reviews files and proactively works to move cases forward.
Documents files and updates clients when necessary regarding status of case.
Participates in all aspects of discovery and file or trial preparation as required by supervisor.
May prepare draft discovery documents.
Maintains an expert database and researches opposing counsel’s experts.
Makes travel arrangements and provides directions and other necessary information to attorney.
Performs research pertaining to legal issues and precedents related to particular cases.
Files documents with the various courts.
Performs clerical duties such as typing and filing to the extent required to produce work product or assure proper organization of case files.
Enters billable time into computer on a daily basis.
Meets a minimum billing requirement of 140 hours per month (1680 per year).
Performs non-billable functions, including but not limited to, participating on strategic committees, assisting in seminar development, assisting with production of presentations, mentoring and training new employees.
Ensures all functions are performed in exact accordance with applicable client guidelines.
Remains flexible and open to requests for support or assistance outside of the scope of this job description and to other duties as directed by the Management team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of legal principles and practices in order to assume responsibility of providing support for attorney team members in case management and information gathering at a level normally acquired through completion of an associate’s degree or certified paralegal education.
Knowledge of the various courts, their rules and filing requirements.
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients and to provide information with ordinary courtesy, diplomacy and tact.
Demonstrated organizational, prioritization, and attention to detail skills to allow for timely, effective, and accurate performance of job duties.
Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in confidential matters.
Accurate typing ability of 45 wpm and comprehensive computer and office equipment experience.
Work may require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position and to meet financial goal requirements.
Work requires sitting, bending, stooping, computer keyboarding and continuous use of the hands, telephone contact, reading, and may require lifting of 25-50 lbs. or more.
Work may also require traveling to offsite locations for the collection of records and information or filing of documents with courts, therefore work may require driving.
Under certain circumstances the Firm may substitute experience for educational requirements and vice versa.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Responsible for supporting attorneys in the various aspects of litigation related to case preparation, management, and execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: “Essential functions” are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.
Obtains, reviews, analyzes, and summarizes legal documentation pertaining to cases.
Schedules depositions and other meetings with clients, witnesses, experts, opposing counsel, court reporters and others.
Identifies, locates, interviews, and evaluates potential experts and sends expert packages to parties for review.
Tracks requests for documents and regularly follows up on progress of receipt.
Regularly reviews files and proactively works to move cases forward.
Documents files and updates clients when necessary regarding status of case.
Participates in all aspects of discovery and file or trial preparation as required by supervisor.
May prepare draft discovery documents.
Maintains an expert database and researches opposing counsel’s experts.
Makes travel arrangements and provides directions and other necessary information to attorney.
Performs research pertaining to legal issues and precedents related to particular cases.
Files documents with the various courts.
Performs clerical duties such as typing and filing to the extent required to produce work product or assure proper organization of case files.
Enters billable time into computer on a daily basis.
Meets a minimum billing requirement of 140 hours per month (1680 per year).
Performs non-billable functions, including but not limited to, participating on strategic committees, assisting in seminar development, assisting with production of presentations, mentoring and training new employees.
Ensures all functions are performed in exact accordance with applicable client guidelines.
Remains flexible and open to requests for support or assistance outside of the scope of this job description and to other duties as directed by the Management team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of legal principles and practices in order to assume responsibility of providing support for attorney team members in case management and information gathering at a level normally acquired through completion of an associate’s degree or certified paralegal education.
Knowledge of the various courts, their rules and filing requirements.
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients and to provide information with ordinary courtesy, diplomacy and tact.
Demonstrated organizational, prioritization, and attention to detail skills to allow for timely, effective, and accurate performance of job duties.
Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in confidential matters.
Accurate typing ability of 45 wpm and comprehensive computer and office equipment experience.
Work may require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position and to meet financial goal requirements.
Work requires sitting, bending, stooping, computer keyboarding and continuous use of the hands, telephone contact, reading, and may require lifting of 25-50 lbs. or more.
Work may also require traveling to offsite locations for the collection of records and information or filing of documents with courts, therefore work may require driving.
Under certain circumstances the Firm may substitute experience for educational requirements and vice versa.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Paralegal Jobs by Experience Level
Top Cities Hiring Paralegals
Explore paralegal openings in the cities hiring most right now.
See All 2,609+ Paralegal Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Paralegal JobsParalegal Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Jobot60
- Morgan & Morgan37
- Ogletree Deakins34
- Akerman LLP26
- Kisling, Nestico & Redick23
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services76
- Staffing & Recruiting68
- Technology & Software21
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
- Investment & Asset Management10
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paralegal jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field
- Proficiency in legal case management and document management software
- Experience drafting legal documents, correspondence, and court filings
- Strong research skills using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar legal databases
- NALA Certified Paralegal or NFPA Registered Paralegal credential preferred
- Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and electronic filing systems
Tips for Your Paralegal Job Search
Tailor your resume to practice area
Hiring managers read paralegal resumes looking for specific practice-area experience. If you're targeting litigation roles, lead with your docket management and discovery experience. For corporate positions, front-load entity formation, contract review, and board minutes work instead.
Earn a NALA or NFPA certification
The Certified Paralegal credential from NALA and the Registered Paralegal credential from NFPA signal formal competency to employers who screen resumes before a human reads them. Either one can move your application past initial filters at mid-size and large firms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists paralegal openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your practice area and seniority level and apply directly to each listing.
Match your software skills to the listing
Legal-software fluency is a hard filter at many firms. Read each job posting carefully and call out any exact platforms you know, including case management systems, e-discovery tools, and document management software, rather than listing them generically under a skills section.
Prepare for a writing sample request
Most paralegal interviews include a writing sample or a short drafting exercise. Prepare a redacted motion, demand letter, or contract summary you can share quickly. Being ready without scrambling signals professionalism before the interview even starts.
Negotiate using billable-hour value, not title
When discussing compensation, frame your value around the billing rate your work supports and the caseload you can carry independently. Attorneys and office managers respond more concretely to workload capacity than to years of experience alone.
Paralegal Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most paralegals?
The companies hiring the most paralegals right now include Jobot, Morgan & Morgan, and Ogletree Deakins, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Corporate legal departments and full-service law firms consistently post the highest volume of paralegal roles nationwide.
How many paralegal jobs are remote?
About 39% of paralegal openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote availability concentrated in document review, contract management, and corporate compliance roles. Litigation and court-filing positions remain predominantly in-person because of courthouse deadlines and attorney collaboration requirements.
How do you become a paralegal?
Most employers require either an associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, or a degree in another field combined with a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program. After completing your education, gaining experience through internships or entry-level legal assistant roles builds the practical skills firms look for. Earning a NALA or NFPA credential after you have some experience strengthens your candidacy for mid-level and senior positions.
Can you get a paralegal job with no experience?
Yes, entry-level paralegal roles exist, and many are designed for candidates coming directly out of paralegal certificate or degree programs. Emphasize any legal clinic work, internships, or law office administrative experience on your resume. Smaller firms and solo practitioners are often more open to training new graduates than large firms, making them a practical first target when you're starting out.
What does the paralegal interview process look like?
Paralegal interviews typically start with a phone or video screen focused on your practice-area background and software familiarity. An in-person or second-round interview usually follows, often including a writing or research exercise to assess drafting ability. Some firms add a final meeting with a supervising attorney before extending an offer. The full process commonly runs two to four rounds depending on firm size.
Where can I find and apply to paralegal jobs?
You can find and apply to paralegal jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your practice area, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
See All 2,609+ Paralegal Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Paralegal Jobs