Explore Paralegal Jobs

Find paralegal opportunities that match your experience, legal expertise, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior and specialized roles with law firms, corporations, financial institutions, and other organizations.

What Paralegals Do

Paralegals support attorneys and legal teams by organizing case materials, conducting legal research, preparing and reviewing documents, coordinating filings, and tracking deadlines. Responsibilities vary by employer and practice area, with experienced professionals often taking ownership of complex matters and legal operations.

Paralegal Specialties and Career Paths

Explore roles in litigation, corporate law, contracts, intellectual property, compliance, real estate, and other areas. Job titles may include senior paralegal, corporate paralegal, litigation paralegal, and paralegal manager. Specialized knowledge and substantial experience can open paths to leadership and higher-paying positions.

Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong legal research, writing, communication, organization, and document-management skills. Relevant experience, familiarity with legal technology, and knowledge of the requirements in a particular practice area can strengthen your candidacy. Credential preferences vary by employer and location.

Find Your Next Paralegal Role

Search paralegal jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable contributions and relevant legal experience.

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$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at clinical sites by enhancing patient recruitment strategies and supporting Oncology studies. Collaborate with teams to optimize enrollment processes and ensure effective communic...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing global studies in Neurology, Psych, and Rare Disease. Lead project teams, manage operations, and ensure timely delivery to exceed client expectations while ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$63K - $111K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on contract administration, reporting, and database management. Contribute to maintaining accurate records and improving processes to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $145K *

Advance your career by leading strategic partnerships and managing fiscal sponsorship projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes while providing expert guidance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform mortgage servicing by leading policy development, ensuring compliance, and enhancing documentation processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify gaps and implement effective governan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $170K *

Champion excellence in data center construction by managing operations, driving innovation, and ensuring safety. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences whil...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project administration and correspondence management, ensuring effective communication and compliance. Support project policies and enhance documentation workflows to dr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving data analysis and interpreting clinical trial results. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure statistical integrity, and contribute to innovative methodologies in biostatist...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Champion the management of complex liability claims, ensuring thorough investigations, negotiations, and settlements. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high standards of...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead impactful legal cases by managing diverse practice areas in a fully remote environment. Collaborate with a supportive team while driving client advocacy and achieving results through strategic le...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Support a dynamic legal team by managing cases across multiple states, focusing on Medicaid, civil litigation, and estate claims. Enjoy a remote work environment with opportunities for professional gr...

Greenville, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to client advocacy and legal excellence. This role offers the opportunity to manage diverse cases in a fully remote environment, fostering long-term growth and collaborati...

Fayetteville, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Develop and manage legal cases in a remote setting, focusing on Medicaid, civil litigation, and estate claims. Collaborate with clients and courts while maintaining high standards of advocacy and orga...

Richmond, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Drive impactful legal solutions by managing cases independently in a remote setting. Collaborate with a supportive team while focusing on Medicaid, civil litigation, and guardianships. Embrace growth...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of legal advocacy by managing diverse cases in a fully remote environment. Collaborate with a supportive team while driving impactful results in Medicaid, civil litigation, and more...

Wilmington, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$116K - $193K *

Help shape privacy governance across digital platforms by managing initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Drive strategic actions and measurable outcomes...

Bloomfield, CTRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $273K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading strategic client partnerships. Use your executive influence to drive growth, improve outcomes and enhance client satisfaction while managing a hig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape the Salesforce ecosystem, driving scalable solutions across multiple clouds. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges, enhance efficiency, and deliver high...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$162K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by serving as a key legal partner, guiding commercial transactions and enhancing our legal infrastructure while collaborating cross-functionally to drive efficiency and complianc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $190K *

Elevate client experiences by guiding them through complex immigration cases, managing legal strategies, and leveraging technology for efficiency. Collaborate with diverse clients, ensuring clear comm...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and quality in site contracts. Manage negotiations, oversee contract processes, and collaborate with clients and experts to deliver timely and effec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $101K *

Join a team that's redefining the tax industry by driving firm success through innovative onboarding and technical expertise. You'll engage directly with clients, ensuring they thrive with our cutting...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Elevate cancer detection research by leading systematic evidence reviews, mentoring junior staff, and managing projects to inform guidelines. Collaborate with experts to ensure high-quality outputs an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a paralegal do?question toggle

    Paralegals assist attorneys and legal teams with tasks such as legal research, document preparation and review, case organization, filing coordination, and deadline tracking. Duties depend on the employer and practice area.

  • What types of paralegal jobs can I find?question toggle

    Common opportunities include litigation, corporate, senior, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and real estate paralegal roles, as well as paralegal manager positions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for paralegal jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value relevant legal experience, research and writing ability, attention to detail, organization, and familiarity with legal technology. Some roles may request particular education, credentials, or practice-area expertise.

  • How can I find paralegal jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted paralegal listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Check each listing's compensation details and qualifications to find roles suited to your background.

  • How can I strengthen my application for a paralegal role?question toggle

    Tailor your résumé to the role, emphasize relevant practice-area experience and legal tools, and describe concrete contributions such as improving document workflows, supporting complex matters, or managing high-volume caseloads.