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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$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic fintech company by spearheading partnerships that enhance global payment solutions. Shape the future of money movement by driving revenue through strategic collaborati...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Lead the analysis and design of complex business rules, ensuring effective governance and integration across systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process controls and drive auto...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Lead initiatives in inventory management, process improvements, and team development while fostering...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of a scalable Documentum solution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise content management, ensuring alignment with...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion the accounts payable process by leading a dynamic team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency from invoice receipt to payment. Collaborate across departments to enhance workflows and drive automat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of AI-driven customer success platforms, enhancing post-sale experiences through innovative technology and automation, while collaborating closely with engi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Epic Resolute Professional Billing. Support daily operations, troubleshoot issues, and enhance workflows while collaborating with analysts and users to ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development of high-value proposals, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and produce compelling content. Oversee the full proposal lifecycle, enhancing competitiveness th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading Medicaid programs and initiatives, driving operational excellence and policy implementation while managing multidisciplinary teams and enhancing organizational performance a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic agency by leading complex client campaigns. Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $199K *

Join a team that's committed to transparency in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with global disclosure regulations. This role blends operational and strategic tasks, fostering collaboration and q...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $275K *

Join a team that's driving strategic technology alliances to transform integrations into robust commercial partnerships, focusing on co-selling, joint marketing, and stakeholder alignment while leadin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of Salesforce solutions by designing and delivering high-quality applications. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into scalable code, leveraging your expertise in Apex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Develop innovative Salesforce solutions by leveraging Apex, Lightning, and Flow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform business needs into effective, scalable applications while guiding...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $102K *

Unlock potential by leading SAP ABAP development initiatives, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating with teams to enhance client operations. Your expertise will shape the future of technolog...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with health plan partners to ensure optimal value delivery and expansion, focusing on retention and satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance program success while managing multip...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $179K *

Transform the contract management landscape by expertly overseeing diverse government contracts, optimizing processes, and guiding teams to success from proposal to closeout while fostering robust sta...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of GSA/GWAC contracts, ensuring compliance and operational excellence through strategic management, collaboration with stakeholders, and training initiatives for...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $142K *

Lead advanced accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SAP. Prepare complex financial reports and analyses while collaborating with auditors. Drive financial accuracy and support manage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing clinical monitoring and site management processes. Ensure compliance with protocols and regulations while fostering relationships with investigational sites. Contribute...

North Carolina, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Empower innovation at the intersection of technology and law. Guide product, engineering, and compliance teams in navigating regulatory landscapes and mitigating risks related to AI and machine learni...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering seamless technical solutions for clients. You'll scope, implement, and maintain risk screening and data integration workflows, ensuring optimal performance a...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join us in advancing precision medicine by leading strategic initiatives within high-value health systems. Drive adoption of innovative diagnostic solutions, engage with C-suite stakeholders, and ensu...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Drive sales and foster relationships in the healthcare sector by engaging customers through innovative strategies and effective communication, while leveraging analytical skills to enhance business op...

RemoteRemote

2 days 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.