date. Candidates must also be able to start within 2 weeks of an offer being made. Position Description : JOB SUMMARY The paralegal in this position will assist the section and support all attorneys with research, organi…
Legal · Phoenix, AZ
Paralegal jobs in Phoenix, AZ
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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$21–$44/hr
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$63k
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Job Summary (List Format): - Review court documents from various counties in Arizona to determine the status (adjudicated or dismissed) of proposed substantiated allegations. - Communicate with field staff to request nec…
Job Summary (List Format): - Location Requirement: Candidates must be local, specify current location on resume, and be available for in-person interviews within 1 week of posting close date. - Start Date: Must be able t…
$70k - $75k
Role: Litigation Legal Assistant Location (City, State): Phoenix, AZ Compensation: ~3-5 years of experience: $70,000-$75,000 annually ~8-10+ years of experience: $80,000 annually ~ Direct Hire Industry: Legal Benefits: T…
Thompson Law’s vision is to be the law firm of choice for every person injured or killed due to preventable tragedy while providing our clients world-class service and record-setting results. We have built a spectacular…
$33.66 - $38.46 per hour
Put your career into high gear as a Legal Assistant by joining Klinedinst’s legal team in Phoenix. Klinedinst is dedicated to providing top-caliber legal services, while nurturing the professional development and persona…
$38.46 - $43.26 per hour
Job Title: Senior Litigation Paralegal (Civil) Location: Phoenix, AZ Compensation: Contract: $38.46 – $43.26 / Hour Conversion: $80000 – $90000 / Year + monthly bonus Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dent…
layer from the ground up — case management configuration, intake design, exhibit and template libraries, service-level standards, paralegal supervision, engagement-letter protocols, and the fee structure that powers a fi…
Spanish Document Reviewer Contact Review - Washington, DC Location: Remote Start Date: Negotiable EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Fluent in Spanish Language, Mexican Dialect preferred Familiarity with document review wo…
outstanding team dedicated to these principles, driving remarkable growth and opportunities. Thompson Law is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for our Phoenix Office! The Role: You will play a pivotal role in supporting a d…
$110k - $150k
Our client is looking to identify a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its established practice in Arizona . This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to build a long-term career in employment…
We are partnering with a well-established law firm to identify an experienced Employee Benefits & ERISA Paralegal to support a busy legal team handling complex benefits, insurance, and union-related matters. This role is…
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What paralegals earn in Phoenix
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $21–$27 | $43k–$56k |
| Mid level | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
| Senior | $32–$44 | $67k–$92k |
Adjusted for the Phoenix 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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Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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