Find Jobs Control your career. Find the right role for you - remote, hybrid or on-site. Find your next job Search jobs now Find the right job type for you Create a job alert Explore how we help job seekers Hire Talent We're ready to help you hire talent at every level, from office support roles to C-suite. Hire talent Contract talent Full-Time talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Legal Administrative and Customer Support Explore Consulting Solutions See how our consulting capabilities can help transform your business. Explore consulting solutions Cloud • Cybersecurity • Data & Analytics • Data Privacy • Intelligent Automation • IT Service Desk Technology Internal Audit • Regulatory Compliance • Financial Crimes Compliance • Risk Management • Sarbanes-Oxley Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance Transformation • Process Optimization • Finance Technology & Data • Reporting & Compliance • Cost & Performance Management Finance and Accounting Digital Transformation • Marketing Services • Marketing Technology • Creative and Design Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Data Privacy • Legal Consulting • Transaction Services Legal Contact Centers • Sustainability • Operational Effectiveness • Supply Chain • Sourcing & Procurement Operations HR Transformation • Employee Experience • Managed Talent • Future of Work • Organizational Transformation Human Resources Discover Insights Make smarter decisions with the latest hiring trends and career insights. Discover Insights 2027 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Job Market Outlook Press Room Tech insights Labor market overview AI in recruiting Navigating the AI era Staffing for small businesses Cost of a bad hire Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Paralegal in Milwaukee, WI

Paralegal job description

Paralegals play a critical role in supporting legal teams by conducting research, drafting documents and managing case files. Working in law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies, paralegals help ensure legal processes run smoothly and efficiently. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments. Paralegals collaborate closely with attorneys and clients to prepare for hearings, trials and other legal proceedings.

Typical paralegal duties:

Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneysDraft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings and correspondenceOrganize and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and confidentialityAssist in preparing for depositions, hearings and trialsFile legal documents with courts and regulatory agenciesCommunicate with clients, witnesses and experts to gather informationReview and analyze legal documents for relevance and accuracyMonitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of legal filingsSupport attorneys in managing caseloads and administrative tasks

Looking for a paralegal or a paralegal job?

Request candidates now and a specialized recruiter will typically contact you within one business day to discuss your staffing needs and help you hire a paralegal.Search paralegal openings and apply now or submit your resume to be considered for opportunities that match your experience.
Calendar management
Case management software
Civil litigation
Commercial litigation
eDiscovery
e-Filing
Estate planning
Trial preparation

Salary for Paralegal in Milwaukee, WI

58710 - 93215

Low
58710
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
72615
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
93215
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

Projected salaries for related positions

 Job title Low Mid High Paralegal Manager 91413 102743 116905 Senior Paralegal 84975 97078 110983 Entry-Level Paralegal 48410 53818 60770 Legal Operations Director 156560 180250 206515 Legal Operations Manager 88580 109180 125918 Legal Operations Specialist 78280 89353 103773 Senior Legal Assistant 76478 84203 92185 Legal Assistant 54590 64375 74933 Litigation and eDiscovery Specialist 69783 80855 99395

Explore More Salaries

Newest Paralegal Jobs

Search all jobs Administrative Assistant
  • Plymouth, WI
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 18.2115 - 21.087 USD / hour
  • 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
 Administrative Assistant
  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / hour
  • 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
 Administrative Assistant
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 27 - 29 USD / hour
  • 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
 See more

Looking to Hire? Start Here.

Access the skilled permanent and contract talent you need—from support roles to C-suite—with precision matching powered by Robert Half recruiters leveraging their experience combined together with our industry-leading AI technology. Hire talent

More to Explore

2027 Salary Guide Explore the latest data for roles in 7 professional fields and know what you should pay or earn in local and national markets.
Demand for Skilled Talent Check out our Demand for Skilled Talent report to learn about employers’ hiring plans and needs.
Labor market overview Stay on top of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and job posting data to learn about today’s hiring market.
Pay and Compensation Highlights Dive deeper into salary and total compensation trends across a range of professional roles and industries.
What's inside the Salary Guide Learn how our salary benchmarks reflect accurate marketplace data through a rigorous, multistep verification process.
The salary benchmarks in the Salary Guide From Robert Half are the result of a rigorous, multistep process designed to reflect projected market trends for 2027. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has placed nationwide, along with third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use for independent validation. Learn more about our methodology.
Browse Jobs Contract Talent Full-Time Talent Consulting Solutions Finance & Accounting Technology Marketing & Creative Legal Administrative & Customer Support Discover Insights Invoice Job Directory Salary Guide Time Reports Create a Job Alert Contact Us About Robert Half Leadership Careers With Us Locations Investor Center Press Supplier Relations Fraud Alert Government Notice Privacy Notice Terms of Use Robert Half Inc. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.   Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information Australia - English Belgium - English Belgium - Nederlands Belgium - Français Brazil - Português Canada - English Canada - Français Chile - Español China - English China - 中文 France - Français Germany - Deutsch Hong Kong, China - English Ireland - English Italy - Italian Japan - English Japan - 日本語 Luxembourg - English Luxembourg - Français Netherlands - English Netherlands - Nederlands New Zealand - English Singapore - English Switzerland - Deutsch Switzerland - English Switzerland - Français United Arab Emirates - English United Kingdom - English United States - English