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Sutter Health

Paralegal Lead, Real Estate

Emeryville, CA

$53.65 - $80.48/hr

OR Professional Paralegal (Administered by NALS) * OR APC - Advanced Paralegal Certification TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: * 4 years of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * Detail oriented, self ...

Sutter Health

Paralegal Lead, Real Estate

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$53.65 - $80.48/hr

OR Professional Paralegal (Administered by NALS) * OR APC - Advanced Paralegal Certification TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: * 4 years of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * Detail oriented, self ...

ChaudhryLaw PLLC

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Senior Litigation Paralegal

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum requirements: · Bachelor's degree required, competitive university preferred · Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved school preferred · 5-7 years of professional ...

SCCU

Paralegal

Melbourne, FL

$75K - $77K/yr

Opportunities for advancement and professional development. * Culture : Collaborative, inclusive environment focused on team success and Team Member empowerment through development programs and ...

SCCU

Paralegal

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$75K - $77K/yr

Opportunities for advancement and professional development. * Culture : Collaborative, inclusive environment focused on team success and Team Member empowerment through development programs and ...

Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Coordinating with clients, claims professionals, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to ... Associate's degree or paralegal certificate with eight (8) years of comparable work experience ...

McNeal Professional Services, Inc.

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Civil Paralegal

Tyler, TX · On-site

$50K - $62K/yr

We are looking to place a Civil Paralegal on a 5-year project at a Federal Agency in Tyler, TX. McNeal Professional Services, Inc. is a 25-year national Wireless Engineering and Staffing Services ...

Conflux Systems

Paralegal

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20/hr

Able to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and orally. Prior experience ... Paralegal competency certification w/National Federation of Paralegal Associations or CLA/CP ...

Conflux Systems

Paralegal

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20/hr

Able to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and orally. Prior experience ... Paralegal competency certification w/National Federation of Paralegal Associations or CLA/CP ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Professional Paralegals are trained legal assistants who support lawyers by conducting legal research, drafting documents, organizing case files, and managing administrative tasks. They play a vital role in law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies by helping attorneys prepare for hearings, trials, and meetings. While paralegals have extensive knowledge of legal procedures and terminology, they are not licensed to practice law or provide legal advice directly to clients. Their work helps streamline legal processes and ensures that attorneys can focus on more complex legal matters.

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Professional paralegals often juggle several cases at once, requiring strong organizational and time-management skills. Challenges include meeting tight deadlines, prioritizing tasks for different attorneys, and keeping track of extensive documentation for each case. Effective communication with attorneys and clients is crucial, as is the ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities. Many paralegals use specialized legal software and checklists to stay organized and ensure that no details are overlooked.

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CredentialsOften requires certification or paralegal degreeMay have a high school diploma or associate degree, less likely to be certified
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with attorneys, handles substantive legal workSupports attorneys with administrative tasks, less involved in legal research
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in law firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesFound in similar settings but with more administrative focus

The main difference is that Professional Paralegals perform more substantive legal work and often hold certifications, while Legal Assistants typically focus on administrative support with less emphasis on legal research or complex tasks.

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To excel as a Professional Paralegal, you need a solid understanding of legal terminology, research, and documentation, usually supported by a paralegal certificate or associate’s degree. Familiarity with legal research platforms (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and document management systems is essential. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective written and verbal communication help paralegals stand out in supporting attorneys and managing complex caseloads. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in legal processes.
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Paralegal Lead, Real Estate

Sutter Health

Emeryville, CA

$53.65 - $80.48/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Sutter Health rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 325 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SHSO-Sutter Health System Office-Valley

Position Overview:

This role is specific to commercial real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial real estate contracts.
Responsible for planning, executing and overseeing a variety of corporate and legal projects as an integral member the Service Team. Provides infrastructure and support by proactively assisting internal and external counsel and executive management in specific areas of responsibility. Collaborates with team members related to changes in federal and state laws and the organization's policies and procedures. Although subject to oversight by an attorney, the incumbent works very independently - providing knowledge and consultation to management relating to corporate and transactional documents, policy review, legal research, subpoena response review, legislation tracking; and drafts, reviews and/or proofreads complex contracts and other documents. The incumbent thinks strategically, manage multiple projects, leads by example and builds relationships across the organization to encourage a collaborative work environment.

Job Description:

The selected candidate for this role will come on site a minimum of two days a week for work and must live a commutable distance to either the River Plaza location in Sacramento, or Powell Street in Emeryville. This is not a remote, work from home role.


EDUCATION

  • Associate's in Paralegal studies or one of the certifications listed below


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

  • One of the following is required if no AA in Paralegal studies
  • PACC-Paralegal Advanced Competency Certification
  • OR CP-Certified Paralegal
  • OR Certified Legal Professional (CLP) (Administered by Natl Assn for Legal Professional - NALS)
  • OR Professional Paralegal (Administered by NALS)
  • OR APC - Advanced Paralegal Certification


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 4 years of recent relevant experience.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Detail oriented, self-directed and works with minimal supervision, both independently and in teams.
  • Adapts quickly to changing conditions, assimilating new processes into job functions and taking ownership.
  • Verbal, written and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements/issues into terms readily understood by all levels of employees and corporate executives.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to balance numerous priorities at a given time with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to reason logically, analyze situations accurately and recommend courses of action.
  • Ability to organize, plan and coordinate work flow, and to work effectively with colleagues to achieve success with objectives.
  • Ability to reprioritize effectively among diverse clients, high-risk events or projects and have high attention to detail and the ability to analyze complex fact scenarios quickly.
  • Ability to diplomatically investigate sensitive facts and detailed procedures.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material, including protected health information, executives' personally identifiable information, payroll information, legal documents and other corporate data and exercise good judgment as it relates to handling of sensitive material.
  • Ability to effectively conduct manual and computer assisted legal research.
  • Ability to conduct document review and analysis.
  • Interpersonal, negotiation and analytical skills to effectively resolve issues and influence others.
  • Knowledge of or experience in the healthcare environment.
  • Knowledge of basic legal concepts; legal terminology, principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel.
  • Knowledge of California and federal laws and regulations related to healthcare organizations.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $46.65 to $69.98 / hour. Emeryville Pay Range is $53.65 to $80.48 / hour.

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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