Salary Range
$40,000 – $80,000
Job Outlook
4% growth through 2032
Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree; Paralegal Certificate preferred
Work Settings
Hybrid, Onsite
About This Career
Paralegals support attorneys by conducting legal research, drafting documents, organizing case files, and managing communication with clients and courts.
Top Skills
Legal research (Westlaw/LexisNexis)Document draftingCase managementE-discoveryFiling proceduresClient communication
Typical Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research
- Draft pleadings and contracts
- Organize case files and exhibits
- Coordinate discovery processes
- Maintain case calendars
- Communicate with clients and courts
Common Certifications
✓ Certified Paralegal (CP)✓ Advanced Certified Paralegal (ACP)✓ Notary Public
Career Progression
1
Junior Paralegal
0-2 years experience
2
Paralegal
2-5 years experience
3
Senior Paralegal
5-10 years experience
4
Paralegal Manager
10+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
legal researchWestlawLexisNexise-discoverycase managementdocument draftinglitigation support
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Hiring Industries
Law FirmsCorporate LegalGovernmentInsuranceReal Estate
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