Paralegal Jobs in Connecticut

A Paralegal plays an essential role in the legal industry, assisting lawyers in their work by handling a broad spectrum of responsibilities. Their duties primarily include conducting legal research, drafting documents, organizing and maintaining files, communicating with clients, and preparing for court proceedings. In addition, they often play a role in case development, gathering and analyzing data, as well as managing trial logistics. Paralegals help streamline the legal process, relieving lawyers of administrative tasks, and providing essential support that enables lawyers to focus on the legal aspects of their cases.

Important skills for a Paralegal include excellent research and writing skills, strong attention to detail, proficiency in legal terminology, thorough understanding of legal procedures, and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. They should also be proficient in using legal research software and other related technologies. Certifications like Certified Paralegal (CP), Certified Legal Assistant (CLA), or Advanced Paralegal Certification (APC) are highly beneficial and often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a paralegal, a person may have roles such as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Law Clerk to gain relevant experience and skills in the legal field.

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Litigation Paralegal ( Remote )

Assisting Attorneys with Trial Preparation. Organization and Maintenance of files in our document management system. Other General Office Administration Functions....

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Litigation Paralegal

  • New Britain, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 9 days ago

Trial-oriented firm seeks new litigation paralegals. Our values are: Do what is right. Strive to reduce suffering in the world for humans and the planet....

Paralegal

  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 hours ago

Paralegal Job Description Job Title: Paralegal Location: Stamford, CT Duration: 6 Months Qualifications: Temporary Marketing/Advertising Paralegal Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate or equivalent...

Temporary Part-Time Paralegal

  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago

studies and one (1) year of paralegal experience OR a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution and three (3) years of paralegal experience OR graduation from an accredited law...

Immigration Paralegal

  • New Haven, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 3 days ago

New Haven Legal Assistance seeks to hire a paralegal to join our immigration team....

Corporate Paralegal

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 7 days ago

Insurance industry experience and ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate preferred...

Paralegal, Investigations (Hybrid)

  • Farmington, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 7 days ago

The following position is to join RTX Corporate: RTX is looking for an experienced Paralegal, Investigations who will provide critical support to the Global Ethics and Compliance Investigations team...

Litigation Paralegal

  • Hartford, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field preferred. Paralegal certification is a plus....

Paralegal

  • Orange, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Orange, CT
  • 8 days ago

Paralegal#24-34674 $70.01-$72.01 per hour Orange, CT All On-site Job Description Perform paralegal duties for an internal corporate legal department, including but not limited to: - manage legal Outlook...

Litigation Paralegal

  • Manchester, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 11 days ago

intake through trial preparation....

Corporate Paralegal

  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 13 days ago

The Role: We are seeking a junior Corporate Paralegal to join the WorldQuant Legal team....

Paralegal / Admin Legal

  • Hartford, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 24 days ago

Perform other related duties as required Qualifications Education Minimum: Associate degree in paralegal studies Preferred: Bachelors degree Experience Five plus years of relevant experience with emphasis...

Corporate Paralegal

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Baccalaureate degree and paralegal certificate preferred. Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills. Self-motivated and detail oriented....

Remote Paralegal, I

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Carrington Remote Paralegal, I in Old Greenwich , Connecticut Come join our amazing team!...

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Becoming a Paralegal
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Salary for Paralegal Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Paralegal positions.



Highest Education Level

Paralegals in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
Doctorate Degree
19.3%
Associate's Degree
15.9%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Paralegals in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
40.5%
1-2 years
20.3%
None
18.0%
2-4 years
9.6%
4-6 years
7.9%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.1%


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