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Legal Engineer Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$198K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Us Legora is redefining how legal work gets done. Not built for lawyers, built with them. We work alongside the world's best legal teams, who expect excellence, precision, and speed, and we ...

Legal Engineer Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$198K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Us Legora is redefining how legal work gets done. Not built for lawyers, built with them. We work alongside the world's best legal teams, who expect excellence, precision, and speed, and we ...

Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$115K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Why this Role Matters As our Associate, Legal Engineering, you'll play a key role in shaping how Litera's AI-powered products understand and analyze complex legal documents. You'll partner closely ...

Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

$115K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Why this Role Matters As our Associate, Legal Engineering, you'll play a key role in shaping how Litera's AI-powered products understand and analyze complex legal documents. You'll partner closely ...

Family Law Attorney

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The role requires maintaining open communication with clients, collaborating with legal associates, and ensuring timely, effective resolutions for cases. Qualifications * A minimum of 3 solid years ...

Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$115K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Why this Role Matters As our Associate, Legal Engineering, you'll play a key role in shaping how Litera's AI-powered products understand and analyze complex legal documents. You'll partner closely ...

Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$115K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Why this Role Matters As our Associate, Legal Engineering, you'll play a key role in shaping how Litera's AI-powered products understand and analyze complex legal documents. You'll partner closely ...

Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$115K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Why this Role Matters As our Associate, Legal Engineering, you'll play a key role in shaping how Litera's AI-powered products understand and analyze complex legal documents. You'll partner closely ...

Senior Associate, Legal Business Services

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate in our US Legal Business Services (LBS) practice to join our growing team. LBS team members work closely with other KPMG service teams, including KPMG Law ...

Legal Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Goodwin is seeking a Legal Engineer to help design and build the next generation of technology-enabled legal solutions. This role sits at the intersection of law, technology, and product development ...

$100K - $300K/yr

THE TEAM The mission of the Legal Department is to maximize value for the business through legal advice and solutions that support profitable growth and proactively manage risk. THE OPPORTUNITY ...

MI · On-site

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  • Life

  • Retirement

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What it's about Partners Group's Investment Legal team comprises senior lawyers across the globe responsible for providing best-in-class legal advice across all asset classes throughout the ...

Legal Architect, Mid-Market

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You will masterfully navigate technical, emotional, and ethical objections during these presentations, leveraging your legal background to build rapport and trust with firm partners and associates.

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How much do legal associates jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal associates in the United States is $29.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Legal Associates vs Paralegals?

AspectLegal AssociatesParalegals
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD) and bar admissionPost-secondary education, often a certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, legal clinics, corporate legal teams
Job ResponsibilitiesLegal research, drafting documents, client consultations, court appearancesLegal research, document preparation, case organization, client communication

Legal Associates typically hold a JD degree and are licensed to practice law, engaging in more complex legal tasks and court work. Paralegals assist lawyers with research and document preparation but do not have a law license. Both roles work in similar environments, but Legal Associates have broader responsibilities and legal authority.

Are legal associates in demand?

Legal associates are in demand due to ongoing legal needs across various industries, including corporate, criminal, and civil law. The profession typically requires strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and employment prospects are generally favorable in regions with active legal markets.

What's the career path for legal associates?

Legal associates typically start as junior attorneys or in entry-level positions, gaining experience in specific practice areas. With experience, they can advance to senior associate, partner, or specialized roles such as legal counsel or in-house counsel, often requiring strong legal skills, client management, and sometimes additional certifications or advanced degrees.
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Infographic showing various Legal Associates job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,327 per year, or $29 per hour.

Associate - Legal Support

Baltimore City Public Schools

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$51K - $87K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 19 days ago


Baltimore City Public Schools rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

District Office - Position - Legal
Job Number 8600047193
Start Date
Open Date 07/29/2026
Closing Date 08/17/2026
Performs highly confidential and sensitive administrative support for the Chief Legal Officer and others staffing the Office of Legal Counsel involving litigation, complicated legal subject matters, and complex procedures. Ensures smooth and efficient office operations for one or more of the primary legal practice areas in the Office of Legal Counsel (e.g., contracts and transactions, labor and employment, special education and school support services, and litigation), depending on organizational needs and priorities. The Office of Legal Counsel supports the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners ("Board"), the CEO, and other school system employees to navigate legal requirements, evaluate and manage legal risk, align and conserve resources, promote collaborative dispute resolution, and reduce avoidable litigation if possible and engage in strategic decision-making to promote equity and academic excellence for all students.
Essential Functions
  • Provides administrative support to the Chief Legal Officers and other staff in the Office of Legal Counsel.
  • Manages the flow of work and information for the Office of Legal Counsel.
  • Coordinates, tracks, and manages the work of multiple attorneys and cases.
  • Provides litigation and other support for staff of the Office of Legal Counsel, including document preparation, processing, scanning, copying, and communicating with various courts, agencies, and stakeholders.
  • Schedules meetings, maintains appointment schedules, and plans and coordinates meetings, convenings, and conferences.
  • Assembles correspondence, files, agendas, and other materials for meetings, convenings, and conferences.
  • Maintains legal files, systems, procedures, and methods for record keeping.
  • Coordinates processes and documentation for subpoenas custody notices of claims and other legal procedures.
  • Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and professional standards

Maximum Salary 87757.00
Minimum Salary 51447.00
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute or equivalent relevant professional work experience required.
  • Five years of administrative or secretarial experience, preferably including experience at least three years in a law office or other office handling sensitive or confidential matters and preparing reports and correspondence for a manager, supervisor, or executive.
  • Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.
  • Ability to deal with the public with tact, understanding, fairness, good judgment and integrity.
  • Ability to understand and explain laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Ability to act in a professional manner at all times, especially under adverse conditions.
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
  • Proficient skill in the use of technical computer applications, including electronic databases, case management systems, and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Power Point.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment.
  • Skill in research, presenting, and explaining policies and procedures, assembling data, preparing complex reports, and formulating and presenting recommendations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively.
  • Ability to interact with diverse constituencies and convey complicated information with tact and diplomacy.
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong, effective, and cooperative working relationships with school system employees and managers at all levels, as well as government agencies and community stakeholders.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize changing assignments, organize busy workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure, while exercising excellent attention to detail.

Full time or Part time Full time
Additional Details
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
  • Completed online application
  • Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
  • Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
  • Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
  • All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
  • All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.
This position is not affiliated with a bargaining union.
This position is affiliated with the City Retirment Plan.
In accordance with Maryland law, City School is required to share the position salary ranges in its entirety. Please note, this is not the hiring range. The hiring range for this position is ($51,447 - $71,831).

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Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS), also known as Baltimore City Public School System (BCPSS) or City Schools, is a public school system in Baltimore, Maryland. It serves Baltimore City’s youth and is distinct from the Baltimore County Public Schools system. As of 2012, it’s the fourth largest school system in Maryland with an enrollment of approximately 84,000 students in the 2014–15 school year.

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Elementary and secondary schools

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Baltimore, MD, US

Year founded

1939

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