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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$159K - $270K *

Drive innovation by building robust AI platform services that empower product teams to efficiently develop, release, and manage agentic AI systems, ensuring high quality and operational readiness acro...

Richardson, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Oversee the quality assurance of case reviews, ensuring accuracy and completeness in documentation while collaborating with clinicians to uphold high standards in healthcare determinations and workflo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $336K *

Champion multiple Expert Service engagements, ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery while driving effective decision-making and risk management. Lead and mentor teams, aligning project objectives...

Santa Clara, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance the administration of Defined Benefit and Retiree Medical plans, ensuring accurate valuations, benefit calculations, and compliance with regulations. Collaborate on special projects while leve...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $160K *

Champion privacy compliance in the Neurology therapeutic area, providing expert guidance on data protection, contract negotiation, and training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adher...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $121K *

Lead collections strategy for complex U.S. Enterprise accounts, ensuring timely payments while maintaining strong customer relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving growth and operations in health plan partnerships. This role combines sales enablement and partner operations, directly impacting revenue through strategic collaboration...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform the DAF365 JML process by leading the design and implementation of an automated identity management framework, enhancing operational efficiency and security through innovative architecture a...

Washington, DCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative insurance products that drive growth and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, enhance offerings, and ensure success...

Georgia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming Finance by translating strategic priorities into actionable, technology-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance planning, reporting, and analytics, drivin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion the management of insurance litigation files, providing mentorship and expertise while navigating complex legal matters and advocating for clients in a dynamic remote work environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $115K *

Transform the candidate experience by sourcing top talent for sales and corporate roles. Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to build pipelines, utilizing advanced sourcing techniques and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $197K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy and roadmap, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and operati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity operations. As a Senior SOC Analyst, you'll monitor threats, analyze network traffic, and lead incident response efforts while mentoring junior...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. Leverage your expertise to protect critical systems and mentor junior...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $120K *

Empower clients through telehealth counseling, focusing on personalized treatment plans and ongoing support. Join a dedicated team to enhance mental health outcomes and foster coping strategies in a f...

New Britain, CTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $184K *

Join a team that's committed to driving innovative regulatory projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to secure timely submissions and approvals for products in th...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $132K *

Take ownership of multiple projects across various phases in financial services, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and drivi...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the success of insurance prior authorization processes by leading a team of specialists. Ensure timely approvals and minimize payment denials through effective management, communication, and pro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$170K - $213K *

Manage and lead a team of legal professionals supporting complex commercial transactions and product development in Corporate Payments, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering collabor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data governance by leading a team to manage third-party data compliance, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory adherence while fostering collaboration across business unit...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cancer screening technologies. You'll engage healthcare providers, promote groundbreaking solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pat...

Syracuse, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $181K *

Transform user experiences by developing and enhancing frontend applications using JavaScript, React, and TypeScript. Collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software solutions whi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K *

Take ownership of complex mortgage loan evaluations, ensuring compliance with guidelines while assessing borrower risk. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to facilitate loan approvals and mai...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead comprehensive audits and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations while enhancing operational effectiveness across various departments. Drive risk assess...

Galveston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.