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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$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

4 weeks 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...

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  •   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

$172K - $258K *

Shape strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, influencing policy, and driving innovative solutions to complex challenges. Utilize industry insights to enhance processes and deliver im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

$260K - $310K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading dual teams in the Clinical Division, driving technical excellence and career growth, while effectively managing product delivery and leveraging AI capabi...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Reimagine breast imaging and elevate patient care with a flexible, 100% remote Tele-Mammography Imaging Radiologist role. Enjoy a supportive environment and work when you wish, while delivering except...

Boynton Beach, FLRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing and processing complex auto bodily injury claims, ensuring timely resolutions while adhering to industry best practices and client requirements. Your expertis...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Pioneer in claims management by analyzing complex auto bodily injury claims, ensuring timely resolutions while adhering to industry standards and client expectations. Collaborate with vendors and stak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of clinical research by managing site operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong relationships throughout study phases. Your expertise will drive site p...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $220K *

Unlock project management excellence in Global Regulatory Affairs, driving timelines and compliance for drug submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and effective...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of government solutions by driving strategic partnerships and market growth. In this executive role, you'll cultivate relationships with key advisory firms, ensuring our data and tech...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $351K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in the Small Law Channel. Engage with a diverse client base, leveraging your sales expertise to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions. Your initiativ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in optimizing credentialing workflows and processes. Manage a dedicated team while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance quality in m...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $178K *

Transform municipal services by leading complex projects and optimizing the Accela Civic Platform. Drive innovation in permitting and development processes while ensuring compliance and enhancing cust...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $122K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on business analysis, user requirements, and IT project implementation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance court technology and provide ongo...

Trenton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize proposal strategies and lead medium to large-scale submissions, collaborating with teams to enhance win rates. Drive quality through reviews and data analysis while mentoring junior members a...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$69K - $100K *

Optimize coding operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in billing processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance documentation quality and coding integrity wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $105K *

Engage in frontline cyber investigations to safeguard AI systems from malicious threats. Analyze flagged telemetry, evaluate cyber prompts, and enhance automated safety classifiers while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive strategic initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks, and delivering executive-ready reports to ensure successful program execution and stakeholder alignment...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.