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To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org SWAN Legal Services Initiative Paralegal - Temporary We are looking for a temporary paralegal for our Mercer County position.

To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org SWAN Legal Services Initiative Paralegal - Temporary We are looking for a temporary paralegal for our Mercer County position.

To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org SWAN Legal Services Initiative Paralegal - Temporary We are looking for a temporary paralegal for our Mercer County position.

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How much do temporary paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary paralegal in the United States is $71,376.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by temporary paralegals when joining a new legal team?

Temporary paralegals often need to quickly adapt to new workflows, software systems, and team dynamics in each assignment. Since they are brought in for immediate needs, they may have limited time for training and must rapidly familiarize themselves with ongoing cases or projects. Building rapport with attorneys and permanent staff is important for effective collaboration, and being flexible and proactive can help overcome these initial hurdles. Strong organizational and communication skills are crucial to ensure seamless integration into the team and successful completion of tasks.

What is the difference between Temporary Paralegal vs Contract Paralegal?

AspectTemporary ParalegalContract Paralegal
CredentialsParalegal certificate or associate degreeParalegal certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, temporary staffing agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, staffing agencies
Employment DurationShort-term, project-based or seasonalFixed-term contract, often project-specific
Usage & Search IntentTemporary legal support, short-term staffing needsSpecific contract roles, project-based work

Both Temporary Paralegals and Contract Paralegals typically hold similar credentials and work in similar environments. The main difference lies in terminology and duration; 'Temporary Paralegal' emphasizes short-term staffing, while 'Contract Paralegal' highlights a fixed-term agreement. Both roles serve law firms and legal departments seeking flexible legal support for specific periods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Paralegal, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Paralegal, you need strong legal research, document drafting, and organizational skills, often supported by a paralegal certificate or relevant experience. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management software, and e-filing systems is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for handling varied tasks in fast-paced legal environments. These skills and qualities ensure efficient case support, accuracy, and the ability to quickly integrate into different legal teams or projects.

What are temporary paralegals?

Temporary paralegals are legal professionals who are hired for a fixed period or to assist with specific projects, such as large cases, document reviews, or when permanent staff are unavailable. They perform many of the same duties as regular paralegals, including conducting legal research, drafting documents, and supporting attorneys. Temporary paralegals are often employed through staffing agencies or directly by law firms and may work on-site or remotely, depending on the employer's needs.

What Does a Temporary Paralegal Do?

As a temporary paralegal, your job is to provide legal services to an attorney or law firm for the duration of an assignment. In this role, you may provide administrative support, research relevant cases or legislation, help answer questions from clients, and perform other tasks as directed by an attorney. A temporary paralegal usually works by contract, though contracts may be extended as needed. Other aspects of this job depend on the specific needs of the attorney or law firm. For example, lawyers may hire you to cover for another paralegal while that staff member is on vacation, or to help them manage an unusually high number of cases.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Paralegal job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 85% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 80% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,376 per year, or $34.3 per hour.

Temporary Paralegal - Mercer County

Voce

Mercer, PA • On-site

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Add Your Voice - Work For Us

We use our voice, and empower you to use yours, to create positive, lasting change in people’s lives. We use our voice because we believe every person should belong and be empowered to thrive.

Who We Are

Our agency began in 1999 by pioneering a model that is nationally recognized. We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing permanent home - with a caring and supportive family that makes it possible to grow and thrive.

A pioneer in new approaches to achieving permanency for children in foster care, we employ specialized knowledge and a continuum of services to help agencies expedite adoptions and keep families together.

Voce’s vision is a society where every person belongs and is empowered to thrive. We celebrate the qualities that define and distinguish us. As a change agent, we embrace our role In advocating for and promoting understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion. In doing so, we strive to achieve lasting change in our organization and the communities we serve. We will hold our agency accountable for transforming our culture, Infrastructure and practices to promote inclusion, innovation and trust. 

To learn more, please visit https://vocetogether.org/expertise/adoption-permanency.html

Additionally, with our partner Diakon, we co-administer the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) program for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.

To learn more about LSI, SWAN or Diakon, please visit www.diakon-swan.org

SWAN Legal Services Initiative Paralegal - Temporary

We are looking for a temporary paralegal for our Mercer County position. Voce employs paralegals to perform work for the SWAN Legal Services Initiative (LSI), a program that was created to address barriers within the legal process that delay permanency for a child in the child welfare system. LSI paralegals work out of every county's children and youth office. LSI paralegals assist counties with all aspects of the legal process which ensures children are in safe and permanent homes.

This position is temporary, with the expected conclusion to occur between August - October 2026.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

What You Will Contribute

  • Draft legal documents for solicitor review, including petitions, orders, motions and stipulations.
  • Participate in county court hearings and pre-hearing conferences.
  • Assist with all aspects of lay and expert witness preparation for testimony.
  • Facilitate and/or train on approved LSI training topics.
  • Support county best practices.
  • Conduct diligent searches to locate parents, relatives or other potential permanency resources or connections for children who are receiving services from, or are in the custody of the county and collaborate with caseworkers regarding all search results.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What It Will Take To Succeed

General knowledge/work experience in legal or in child welfare and an Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of related experience will be considered in lieu of degree and/or certification. 

We strive to hire motivated professionals with strong organizational and time management skills who will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Why Voce - We Invest In You

We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes:

  • Health insurance with medical spending accounts (employer contribution to the HSA if electing HDHP)
  • Dental, vision, long term disability and accident insurance
  • Three employer-paid benefits: short term disability insurance, life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer contribution equivalent to 6% of your salary to your 401(k)
  • 13 paid holidays (including three floating holidays)
  • 18 days of PTO in first year of employment
  • Qualified employer participating in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Please submit your cover letter and resume to be considered.
EOE

Employment Type: TEMPORARY

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About Voce

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Industry

Individual, family and community social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Harrisburg, PA, US

Year founded

1999