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Paralegal jobs in Philadelphia, PA
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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$22–$47/hr
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$66k
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We help P&C carriers reinvent Underwriting and Claims through process redesign, operating model transformation, data-driven decisioning, and AI-enabled ways of working. As a Transformation Consultant, you will be expecte…
$285k - $395k
probate through closing.Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage client contact.Supervisory skills to direct paralegals in a collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities:Advise high-net-worth c…
$225k - $325k
NEED TO FILL ASAP!GAMING ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - LITIGATION(must have gaming law experience!)Open to Multiple Locations...list found at the bottom of this description.HYBRID#LI-HYBRIDOur client, a prominent AmLaw 100 intern…
Job Details: Paralegal Plymouth Meeting, PA 60,000 - 90,000 Liberty Personnel Services, Inc is seeking an experienced Paralegal for a local law firm to help support their team of four attorneys in a busy and collaborativ…
Job-ID29368102Reference26-27022Program Management Advisor Duties: • Provides expert content/professional leadership on complex Program Management assignments/projects. • Supports the delivery of a strategic program repre…
$160k - $200k
Philadelphia, PALegal & Compliance - Legal & Compliance /Full Time /HybridAbout the RoleGopuff is looking for a Corporate Counsel to take real ownership of our litigation docket and gig/employment practice, with direct m…
We are looking for a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a dynamic legal team. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney with hands-on experience in business disputes who can balance strong advocacy with practi…
CAPITAL MARKETS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYLocations: Boston, MA] Philadelphia, PA\ New York, NY\ Washington, DCHYBRIDOur client, a prestigious global AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking a highly qualified Capital Markets Associate Att…
$60k - $75k
Job Title: Paralegal Job Overview: Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Paralegal to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important organizational initiatives. This H…
years. Our corporate legal department in Bryn Mawr, PA services our business nationwide. Hiring for a Legal Assistant or Corporate Paralegal to support an in-house corporate legal department in Bryn Mawr, PA. Duties incl…
Mid-sized firm seeking a highly motivated, experienced paralegal to provide support for all levels of attorneys in our Product Liability practice area. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing the lifecycle of act…
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What paralegals earn in Philadelphia
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$28 | $45k–$59k |
| Mid level | $27–$37 | $57k–$76k |
| Senior | $34–$47 | $71k–$97k |
Adjusted for the Philadelphia 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
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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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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