I'm an ABA-certified paralegal who recently got laid off after a company restructuring. I'm trying to figure out where else to look for paralegal work besides the usual places like LinkedIn and Indeed. Are there any good ways to connect directly with law firms or legal departments that might need someone?

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If you have any attorneys you’ve worked with in the past, let them know you’re looking. So many jobs these days come from word-of-mouth rather than postings.

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If you're a member of your state's bar association, check to see if they have a job board. It also couldn't hurt to sign up with a recruiter. Expand your search beyond Paralegal. There are some roles such as contract manager where being a paralegal is a plus, but not the title. Good luck!

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