What remote legal jobs are available?

Remote legal roles include paralegal ($50,000-$80,000), legal assistant ($42,000-$60,000), contract attorney ($45-$110/hour), document review attorney ($35-$65/hour), legal writer ($58,000-$90,000), compliance specialist ($70,000-$110,000), and in-house counsel ($130,000-$220,000). E-discovery and contract review offer the highest volume of remote attorney positions. Legal operations roles ($90,000-$170,000) are 85% remote.

How much do remote paralegals make?

Remote paralegals earn $50,000-$85,000 annually. Entry-level paralegals start at $45,000-$55,000, experienced paralegals earn $55,000-$72,000, and senior paralegals command $70,000-$85,000. Specialized paralegals (IP, M&A, litigation) earn 15-25% premiums. Freelance paralegals charge $30-$60/hour. Paralegal certificates from ABA-approved programs increase starting salary by $5,000-$10,000 compared to non-certified candidates.

Can lawyers work remotely?

Lawyers work remotely in transactional practice areas: contract drafting, corporate work, intellectual property, compliance, estate planning, and immigration. Document review and e-discovery are predominantly remote. Litigation requires periodic court appearances but allows 70-80% remote work. Bar admission in relevant jurisdictions is required. AmLaw 100 firms and Fortune 500 legal departments have adopted permanent hybrid and remote policies.

What skills do remote paralegals need?

Legal research proficiency (Westlaw, LexisNexis) is mandatory—paralegals conduct 60% of law firm research. Document management skills for organizing case files and discovery materials. Strong written communication for drafting correspondence and legal documents. E-discovery platform experience (Relativity, Concordance, Logikcull) is required for litigation support roles. Deadline management and confidentiality handling are critical. Paralegal certificates demonstrate foundational competency.

How do remote legal teams maintain confidentiality?

Attorney-client privilege requires identical protection for remote and in-office work. Encrypted document management systems (NetDocuments, iManage) store all files. VPN connections protect data transmission. Secure client portals enable document sharing. Private workspaces prevent unauthorized viewing. Firms provide secure laptops with remote wipe capability. State bar ethics rules approve cloud-based practice with appropriate security measures.

How do I become a paralegal?

Complete an ABA-approved paralegal certificate (6-12 months, $4,000-$12,000) or associate degree in paralegal studies. Bachelor's degree holders can complete accelerated certificate programs in 4-6 months. Entry-level positions at law firms or corporate legal departments require certification or degree. National paralegal certification (CP from NALA, RP from NFPA) enhances credentials and increases salary by $3,000-$6,000.

What is document review and how much does it pay?

Document review attorneys analyze legal documents for relevance, privilege, and responsiveness during litigation discovery. Pay ranges from $35-$65/hour for standard review to $75-$120/hour for foreign language, technical, or second-level review. Projects last 2 weeks to 6+ months. JD required; bar admission often not necessary. Staffing agencies (Hire Counsel, Special Counsel, Axiom) place attorneys on document review projects nationwide.

What is legal operations and how much does it pay?

Legal operations manages the business side of legal departments: technology implementation, vendor management, budget oversight, process optimization, and data analytics. Legal ops professionals earn $85,000-$140,000; directors earn $150,000-$220,000; heads of legal ops earn $200,000-$280,000. Background in legal, business, finance, or technology qualifies candidates. CLOC certification demonstrates expertise. Legal ops is 90% remote-friendly.

Remote Legal Jobs in Brazil (33)

Grupo QuintoAndar | Analista de Planejamento Operacional (Legal Ops) | Afirmativa PcD

Grupo QuintoAndar · Full Time · Yesterday

Grupo QuintoAndar

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Transform operational data into strategic intelligence to improve the efficiency and accuracy of legal processes. This includes creating dashboards, conducting diagnostic studies, and supporting leadership with analytical insights.

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Grupo QuintoAndar | Analista de Treinamento e Capacitação (Legal Ops) | Afirmativa PcD

Grupo QuintoAndar · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Grupo QuintoAndar

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for managing the Legal Ops knowledge base and structuring the onboarding journey for new team members. The role involves creating pedagogical materials and mapping operational workflows to improve team efficiency.

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Specialist, Regulatory & Site Activation - Brazil - Remote

Worldwide Clinical Trials · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Worldwide Clinical Trials

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Liaise with colleagues to organize and submit high-quality regulatory documentation on a timely basis. Maintain country-specific patient information, consent forms, and drug labeling to ensure compliance with ICH GCP and local requirements.

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FSP - Contract specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and budgets with investigative sites for clinical trials. It also requires coordinating with internal functional teams to ensure site activation timelines are met.

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Compliance & Regulatory Analyst

Miratech · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Miratech

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Act as the regulatory control layer for a large-scale network consolidation program by auditing engineering blueprints for compliance. Ensure all designs meet global telecom frameworks and legal requirements before they reach the Change Advisory Board.

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Analista de Segurança da Informação - Compliance | Pleno (PEOP-12951)

Sensedia · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Sensedia

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the evolution of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) with a primary focus on maintaining SOC1 Type 2 certification. Support other certifications like PCI-DSS and ISO standards while ensuring adherence to data privacy laws and financial regulations.

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V105- Legal Intake & Client Relations Specialist

Job Duck · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, South Africa, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage client intake, vet potential clients, and coordinate consultations for a growing law practice. Support daily operations by drafting legal documents, managing retainer agreements, and improving internal SOPs.

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V108 - Legal Case Specialist

Job Duck · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, South Africa, United States 💵 $1220 - $1320 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves managing legal cases from intake to resolution, including maintaining case files and coordinating with clients and insurance representatives. Responsibilities also include drafting legal documents, updating CRM systems, and providing operational support to attorneys.

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V101 - Legal Operations Virtual Assistant 183 APPLICANTS

Job Duck · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, Chile, Honduras, Mexico, United States 💵 $1060 - $1150 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Virtual Assistant

The role involves managing day-to-day legal operations, including client intake, CRM maintenance, and case file organization. Additionally, the assistant supports digital marketing tasks, billing processes, and general administrative coordination for a growing legal practice.

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V105- Legal & Case Management Assistant 59 APPLICANTS

Job Duck · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, South Africa, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves supporting a law practice by managing case documentation and coordinating communication between clients and the legal team. Key tasks include requesting medical records and updating case information within the management system.

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V105- Trusts and Estates Legal Assistant 282 APPLICANTS

Job Duck · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, South Africa, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

Support attorneys by drafting estate planning documents such as wills and trusts while managing client files. Coordinate communications and schedule appointments to ensure efficient case management and deadline adherence.

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Regulatory & Quality Affairs Pharmacist

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead regulatory affairs and quality assurance activities, focusing on the preparation and submission of dossiers for pharmaceutical and biological products. Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with national and international standards.

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Legal Assistant - (LATAM or the Caribbean)

BA Global Talent · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

BA Global Talent

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

Manage the intersection of legal claims and medical documentation by opening insurance claims and communicating with providers and insurance companies. Organize medical records and handle client communications to ensure precise data management for a US-based client.

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Head of Legal Ops & Transformation

Sterlington, PLLC · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Sterlington, PLLC

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and transform the Executive Administration team by integrating AI-driven workflows and customer success methodologies. Act as a strategic bridge between firm management and support staff to optimize operational efficiency and partner satisfaction.

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Legal Fellow (Fall 2026)

Wikimedia Foundation · Internship · 3 Weeks Ago

Wikimedia Foundation

🌎 Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, United States 💵 $34.99 - $53.3 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Legal fellows will spearhead challenging projects involving legal research, drafting licensing agreements, and developing internal and external policies. They will work closely with supervising attorneys to learn the practical dimensions of in-house legal practice at a web-based company.

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Contractor Compliance Analyst

RemoFirst · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

RemoFirst

🌎 Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Guatemala, Kazakhstan, Macedonia, Mexico, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, South Africa, Spain, Ukraine ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Own the compliance review layer across the full contractor lifecycle, including onboarding, identity verification, and ongoing monitoring. Identify systemic issues and collaborate with the Product team to automate processes and reduce manual review volume.

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Legal Counsel - Americas

Vistra · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Vistra

🌎 Brazil, Chile, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Mexico ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Review, draft, and negotiate U.S.-law governed commercial contracts, including services agreements and data processing arrangements. Support the Legal function across the Americas by applying standard playbooks to ensure consistency and speed in deal execution.

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Regulatory Analyst

CloudWalk · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

CloudWalk

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Regulatory Analyst will monitor and analyze regulatory demands within the financial and payments landscape to ensure product compliance. They will conduct assessments for new services and collaborate cross-functionally to implement regulatory action plans.

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Legal Outsourcing Associate

Sterlington, PLLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sterlington, PLLC

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The associate will advise clients on complex outsourcing, technology, and commercial transactions while leading the drafting and negotiation of high-value agreements. They will also collaborate across practice areas and drive AI-powered process automation to improve legal and operational efficiency.

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Legal Counsel 152 APPLICANTS

Wikimedia Foundation · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Wikimedia Foundation

🌎 Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States 💵 $90572 - $137K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

The Legal Counsel will advise product, engineering, and design teams on legal issues related to feature development and platform operations. They will also support the review of user-facing terms, policies, and disclosures while identifying legal risks across various domains.

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Senior Global Regulatory Scientist 11 APPLICANTS

ICON plc · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

ICON plc

🌎 Brazil, Mexico ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Senior Global Regulatory Scientist will lead the development of global regulatory strategies and author complex regulatory documents for clinical programs. They will also provide strategic input into clinical development plans and represent regulatory functions in interactions with health authorities and sponsors.

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Standards and Compliance Auditors 35 APPLICANTS

IP House · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

IP House

🌎 Brazil, India, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Auditor

Conduct comprehensive audits against international standards and industry regulations to ensure compliance. Prepare and deliver detailed audit reports, including executive summaries and actionable recommendations for improvement.

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CMC Regulatory Affairs Associate (M3 Authoring experience for Biological products )

Parexel · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Parexel

🌎 Argentina, Brazil, Mexico ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves authoring global CMC regulatory submissions, managing variation packages, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant filings. You will act as the primary point of contact for regulatory queries and manage the end-to-end submission process for biological products.

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Senior Legal Counsel 51 APPLICANTS

Wikimedia Foundation · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Wikimedia Foundation

🌎 Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States 💵 $109K - $167K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Provide holistic in-house legal guidance to the Fundraising, Product, and Engineering teams regarding marketing, privacy, and technical development. Collaborate with policy professionals to navigate evolving regulations and support the development of a data governance model that maintains high privacy standards.

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Managing Counsel, Product

Remote - Referral Board · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Remote - Referral Board

🌎 Brazil 💵 $66300 - $149K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Managing Counsel will lead AI and HRIS product compliance, embedding risk-based legal reviews into product development workflows. They will also own product terms and conditions while partnering with engineering and security teams to ensure regulatory alignment.

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V104 - Intake Specialist | Legal Intake & Client Conversion Specialist 24 APPLICANTS

Job Duck · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, Honduras, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The intake specialist will serve as the first point of contact for new clients, managing calls and gathering essential information for the legal team. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records in the CRM, scheduling consultations, and conducting initial screenings to ensure a smooth client onboarding process.

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Legal Counsel

OpenFX · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

OpenFX

🌎 Brazil, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

The Legal Counsel will advise product and engineering teams on legal and regulatory aspects of product design and development, focusing on payment and banking products. They will also provide comprehensive legal support across corporate matters and serve as a strategic partner to various teams within the organization.

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Regulatory Affairs Associate

Parexel · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Parexel

🌎 Argentina, Brazil ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves developing, publishing, and supporting regulatory submissions to global health authorities while ensuring all submissions meet high-quality and compliant formats. This position also requires performing related activities and providing support to both internal and external stakeholders.

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Junior Risk & Compliance Analyst | Brazil

Kpler · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Kpler

🌎 Brazil ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The analyst will monitor and analyze maritime risk, sanctions exposure, compliance red flags, and vessel behavior, while supporting pre-sales and client success teams with timely risk insights. Responsibilities also include producing various intelligence outputs, investigating vessel patterns, and contributing to regional risk briefings and thought leadership content.

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V105 - Client Relations Legal Assistant 17 APPLICANTS

Job Duck · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Brazil, South Africa, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

This role involves supporting a busy legal team by managing client interactions, deadlines, and documents with precision, while ensuring smooth daily operations. Key duties include managing calendars, coordinating communications, and guiding documents through established workflows as a point of contact for clients and court personnel.

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