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Junior General Counsel

Tomball, TX · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Junior Legal Counsel Direct Hire Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 annually On-Site - Monday - Friday **Experience in a manufacturing, supply, or industrial environment required** Overview The Junior ...

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The junior legal assistant will assist with preparing, organizing and filing electronic and non-electronic court filings and other legal documents; assisting with data entry for new business intake ...

Mentor junior legal talent and serve as a strategic sounding board to the Head of Legal. Required Skills/Abilities: * J.D. degree and license to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. * 10+ ...

Sr Legal Counsel

Centennial, CO · On-site

$143K - $194K/yr

Provide legal mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff; may supervise direct reports or coordinate legal workstreams Required Qualifications * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law ...

Sr Legal Counsel

Centennial, CO

$143K - $194K/yr

Provide legal mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff; may supervise direct reports or coordinate legal workstreams Required Qualifications * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law ...

Sr Legal Counsel

Louisville, CO

$145K - $198K/yr

Provide legal mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff; may supervise direct reports or coordinate legal workstreams Required Qualifications * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law ...

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior legal staff. Experience/Qualifications * Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school required * Proven experience in administrative law and judicial ...

Senior Legal Counsel

Parsippany Troy Hills, NJ · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Mentor junior legal talent and serve as a strategic sounding board to the Head of Legal. Required Skills/Abilities: * J.D. degree and license to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. * 10+ ...

Legal Personnel

New York, NY · Hybrid

$100K - $120K/yr

The Legal Recruiting Coordinator plays a key role in the day-to-day execution of recruiting activities, provides thoughtful input on hiring processes, and supports the development of junior ...

Legal Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$60K - $68K/yr

The Junior Legal Assistant will also be responsible for preparing weekly/monthly summaries of new case and developments, tracking various litigation statistics, maintaining matter database, and ...

Senior Legal Counsel

Boston, MA

$151K - $205K/yr

Mentor junior legal team members and contribute to building a scalable legal function. Requirements * Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. * Admission to practice law in at least one U.S ...

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How much do junior legal jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior legal in the United States is $25.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Legal vs Legal Assistant?

AspectJunior LegalLegal Assistant
Required CredentialsOften a law degree or current law studentTypically a high school diploma or associate degree, some legal training
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Job ResponsibilitiesResearch, drafting documents, assisting lawyersFiling, document preparation, client communication

Both roles support legal teams but differ mainly in qualifications and responsibilities. Junior Legal positions often require legal education or training, focusing on research and drafting, while Legal Assistants handle administrative tasks and document management. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role for their experience and career goals.

What are some common challenges faced by Junior Legal professionals when transitioning from academic studies to a law firm environment?

Junior Legal professionals often find the transition from academic settings to law firms challenging due to the fast-paced nature of legal practice, the need to manage multiple deadlines, and the requirement to quickly adapt to firm-specific procedures. Balancing research, drafting tasks, and administrative work while learning to communicate effectively with both clients and senior attorneys can be demanding. However, many firms provide structured mentorship and training programs to help junior staff develop practical skills and become comfortable in their roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Legal professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Legal professional, you need a law degree or equivalent legal qualification, strong research abilities, and a solid understanding of legal principles and procedures. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), document management systems, and basic office software is typically expected. Excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently set standout candidates apart. These skills are essential for ensuring high-quality legal support, accurate document preparation, and effective collaboration within a law firm or legal department.

What is a Junior Legal professional?

A Junior Legal professional is an entry-level employee in the legal field who supports lawyers or legal teams with research, documentation, drafting legal correspondence, and administrative tasks. They may be recent law graduates, paralegals, or assistants beginning their careers in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies. Junior Legal professionals help ensure that legal processes run smoothly, gain practical experience, and learn about various aspects of law on the job. Their responsibilities may evolve as they gain experience and knowledge in the legal sector.
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Infographic showing various Junior Legal job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,660 per year, or $25.3 per hour.
Junior Legal Analyst/Paralegal - Global Litigation

Junior Legal Analyst/Paralegal - Global Litigation

Chubb

Philadelphia, PA

$41K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Chubb rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

132nd of 261 rated insurance


Job description

Chubb is seeking a Junior Legal Analyst/Paralegal with a commercial litigation background to join its Philadelphia, PA office. Ideally, the successful candidate will have familiarity with and understanding of commercial and personal insurance policies and insurance-related litigation. This is an in-office role.

The candidate will provide legal support to Chubb's in-house counsel within the North American Global Litigation team on a wide variety of matters including business, employment, bankruptcy, and coverage litigation, insurance coverage issues, the incoming legal process, and other legal issues involving Chubb. 

The Legal Analyst/Paralegal should be a team player who is able to manage relationships at all levels of the organization. The following skills will be vital in this role:

        Litigation: Knowledge of the standard processes and practices required in civil litigation, including the rules of civil procedure, discovery, litigation strategies, motions, subpoenas, and service of process.

        Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple deadlines and changing priorities while working under pressure. Ability to maintain multiple reports and spreadsheets.  Strong follow-up and project management skills. Ability to multi-task, organize, and maintain complex files. Creative problem-solving, critical reading and thinking skills. Eagerness to learn.

        Communication Skills: Strong communication skills (oral, written, and presentation) to communicate effectively with attorneys, internal clients, management, business partners, outside counsel, and others at every level of the organization.

        Professionalism:  Adhere to the Chubb Code of Conduct; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; practice professionalism when dealing with key executives, officers, attorneys, colleagues, clients and business partners; maintain and respond to deadlines; deliver an excellent work product; take personal accountability of work; and willingness to assist with other assignments as requested by the department.

        Research: Ability to conduct research on dockets, statutes, regulations, and case law; to learn internal data and management systems for the purpose of researching, locating, and retrieving internal information; and creating and distributing useful information. Demonstrated ability to use a variety of legal research tools, including Lexis.

  • Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  Ability to learn how to utilize various software programs and web-based applications. 

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, age, and pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. Performance and qualifications are the only basis upon which we hire, assign, promote, compensate, develop and retain employees. Chubb prohibits all unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment.

        Four-year degree from an accredited college or university.

        Paralegal certification; higher degree would be a plus.

        2 to 4 years of relevant paralegal experience in a law firm or an in-house legal department. Experience working with an insurance company or insurance-related litigation is preferred.


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Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. We are a unique global organization with a culture of individuals passionately committed to our respective crafts. With underwriting at our core, each of us contributes to providing the best insurance coverage and service to our clients. Our highly collaborative, inclusive nature helps us drive better business outcomes through diversity of background, experiences, insights and values.

Industry

Insurance services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Warren, NJ, US