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 Hungary (20)

Senior Global Service Associate - Legal Entity Management

HSP Group · Full Time · 5 Days Ago

HSP Group

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Act as the primary point of contact for clients to coordinate the delivery of legal entity management services. Manage legal compliance requirements, annual filings, and maintain accurate client documentation through a network of local service partners.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate (Regional Submission Coordinator)

Parexel · Full Time · 5 Days Ago

Parexel

🌎 Hungary, Lithuania, Oman, Poland, Romania, Serbia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Coordinate the preparation and submission of new drug applications and lifecycle management activities across assigned regions. Collaborate with global teams and subject matter experts to ensure timely and compliant regulatory filings.

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Regulatory Affairs Consultant - CMC vax/bio (home or office based)

Parexel · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Parexel

🌎 Croatia, Hungary, United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and execute submission strategies for post-approval CMC activities, including variations and renewals for vaccines and biologicals. Coordinate with cross-functional departments to review study reports and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate - CMC biologics/vaccines (home or office based)

Parexel · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Parexel

🌎 Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, Serbia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and execute submission strategies for post-approval CMC activities, including variations and renewals for biologicals and vaccines. Coordinate with cross-functional departments to review study reports and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate

Simbec-Orion · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Simbec-Orion

🌎 Belgium, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Serbia, Spain, United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Coordinate global clinical trial applications for medical products and devices in compliance with ICH and regulatory guidelines. Act as the regulatory lead for complex trials, preparing submissions for authorities and ethics committees while mentoring junior staff.

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Sr Manager, Compliance

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

🌎 Bulgaria, Hungary, Netherlands ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Conduct internal audits of manufacturing and clinical trial sites to identify systemic gaps in quality and compliance. Prepare detailed audit reports and participate in ad-hoc quality compliance projects to minimize risk and ensure successful regulatory inspections.

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Regulatory and Start Up Specialist - Hungary

IQVIA · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

IQVIA

🌎 Hungary 💵 11463K - 17195K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves managing site activation activities, including preparing regulatory documents and ensuring adherence to SOPs and project timelines. The specialist serves as the single point of contact for investigative sites and project management teams to ensure successful study start-up.

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Hungarian Language Legal Domain SME

Summa Linguae Technologies · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Summa Linguae Technologies

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The SME will handle Hungarian legal content through translation, review, validation, and quality assurance. They are responsible for ensuring legal terminology accuracy and compliance with domain standards.

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Regulatory and Start Up Specialist

Precision Medicine Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Precision Medicine Group

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for the timely delivery of site activation readiness and the preparation of submission dossiers for Competent Authorities and Ethics Committees. The role involves coordinating with CRAs and project teams to manage essential documents and ensure compliance with local and international regulations.

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Regulatory and Start Up Specialist

Precision for Medicine · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Precision for Medicine

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

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Corporate Counsel - EMEA

Avaya · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Avaya

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

The Corporate Counsel will manage commercial contracting, corporate governance, and litigation matters across the EMEA region. They will provide business-focused legal advice to cross-functional teams including sales, finance, and HR.

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Senior Regulatory Medical Writer

Fortrea · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Fortrea

🌎 Greece, Hungary, Portugal, United Kingdom ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Medical Writer

Lead the end-to-end development cycle of high-complexity Phase II-IV clinical regulatory documents for a leading pharma partner. Coordinate cross-functional teams to author protocols, IBs, and briefing packages while ensuring alignment with project strategy.

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Corporate Counsel - EMEA

Avaya · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Avaya

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

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IoT global regulatory affairs manager (REF5219A)

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions

🌎 Hungary ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves analyzing international regulatory environments to ensure IoT and connectivity solutions are legally compliant and commercially viable. You will provide advisory support to internal teams and participate in deal review processes to mitigate legal risks.

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Sr. Global Compliance Specialist (m/f)

Jabil · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Jabil

🌎 Croatia, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role supports the global framework for identifying and managing third-party risks and fraud detection initiatives. It involves collaborating across various departments to embed compliance controls and monitoring transactions for unethical sourcing or conflicts of interest.

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Global Legal Associate

RemoFirst · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

RemoFirst

🌎 Bulgaria, Colombia, Croatia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Kosovo, Serbia, South Africa ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves managing corporate obligations, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and supporting international expansion and global mobility. Additionally, the associate will conduct multi-jurisdictional legal research and optimize internal legal workflows and compliance databases.

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Regulatory Affairs Manager (Global Clinical Trial Applications)

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

🌎 Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Oman, Romania, Serbia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Regulatory Affairs Manager will lead the preparation of global clinical trial submissions and provide strategic regulatory guidance to internal and external clients. They are responsible for overseeing multiple projects, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality regulatory performance across the clinical development lifecycle.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Consultant - Labelling Strategy (home or office based) 13 APPLICANTS

Parexel · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Parexel

🌎 Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, United Kingdom ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Senior Consultant acts as the principal labeling strategist within Global Regulatory Affairs, driving the development and maintenance of key labeling documents like the CCDS, USPI, and EU SmPC for assigned products. This role ensures optimal alignment of company position, labeling requirements, and commercial opportunities while providing strategic input from a labeling perspective to the GRA Therapeutic Area Team.

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Regulatory Affairs Consultant - Labelling Strategy (home or office based)

Parexel · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Parexel

🌎 Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The consultant will act as a labeling strategist, driving the maintenance of the Company Core Data Sheet (CCDS), US Prescribing Information (USPI), and EU Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) for assigned products. This includes leading the Global Labeling Committee assessment of proposed changes and ensuring global alignment of core product claims.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate - EU Regulatory Intelligence

Parexel · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Parexel

🌎 Hungary, Oman, Poland, Romania, Serbia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

This role involves continuously monitoring, analyzing, and translating local, regional, and global regulatory developments into actionable insights for regulatory teams and stakeholders. Key duties include conducting impact assessments on regulatory changes and actively engaging in industry forums to inform forward-looking regulatory strategies.

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