$26.36 - $30.77 per hour
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Paralegal jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$19–$41/hr
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$58k
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$18 - $24 per hour
Certified Parent Peer Specialist (Wraparound) Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) Join the WCS Team At WCS, our people make the difference. We’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to Respect, Justice, Integ…
Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials - the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.Our s…
$70.32k - $105.48k
About The Job THIS ROLE WILL BE BASED IN MILWAUKEE, WI.As an Enterprise Insights Specialist - Field Research, you will help transform field insights into actionable intelligence that drives profitable growth and strategi…
From Aisle to Algorithm and for All Life’s Moments, at David’s Bridal, we empower our customers and our employees to stay true to their dreams and find the one, whether that means the event or the wedding dress that matc…
$60k - $75k
PARALEGAL Salary: $60,000–$75,000 Experience: 2+ Years Education: Bachelor's Degree or Paralegal Certificate Preferred Experience: Employment Law POSITION OVERVIEW Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to sup…
$90k - $140k
We partnered with a law firm in the area that is seeking a skilled Litigation Defense Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with experience in litigation defense who are looking to a…
$200k - $300k
Affordable Housing & LIHTC Transactions Attorney Location: Remote (CA Bar, process supported by firm) Compensation: $200,000-$250,000+ (Based on Experience) Benefits: Top-Tier Benefits Package About the Opportunity: Our…
Corporate Transactional Attorney Established law firm is seeking a Corporate Transactional Associate Attorney to add to their growing team! Ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, analytical and have relevant ex…
Estate Planning/Probate paralegals that are looking for a long-term position, reach out to me today. This firm has incredible longevity history with their paralegals and provides a great environment to spend your work da…
$150k - $180k
Overview: We're seeking a motivated Bankruptcy Attorney with experience representing creditors in bankruptcy for a top client firm. This firm represents creditors, trustees, and debtors in some of the nation's largest ba…
Job Description What is the opportunity? Embrace RBC Wealth Management’s core values and inclusive culture as an integral part of our branch serving financial advisors and our clients. As a Client Associate/Registered Cl…
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What paralegals earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$25 | $40k–$52k |
| Mid level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Senior | $30–$41 | $63k–$86k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Senior Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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