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 Philippines (45)

In-House Associate Real Estate Counsel

BH Properties · Full Time · 3 hours ago

BH Properties

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves drafting and negotiating complex real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements and leases. It also requires providing legal guidance on strategic acquisitions and managing legal templates and policies for the company.

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Staff Attorney - US Employment Law

Career Team Enterprises · Full Time · 22 hours ago

Career Team Enterprises

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Staff Attorney provides legal guidance on U.S. federal and state employment laws, focusing on compliance, wage-and-hour regulations, and risk management. They partner with HR to manage personnel matters, conduct internal investigations, and oversee employment-related disputes and litigation.

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Staff Attorney

Career Team Enterprises · Full Time · Yesterday

Career Team Enterprises

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Staff Attorney provides strategic legal guidance and ensures compliance for both U.S. and Philippines operations. Key duties include managing contracts, overseeing regulatory filings, and conducting internal investigations.

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Korean to English Medical/Legal Interpreters (100% Remote)

Intelex · Full Time · Yesterday

Intelex

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Interpreter

Provide professional Korean to English interpretation services via phone and video for medical and legal sessions. Facilitate critical communication in high-priority, life-changing scenarios.

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Audit and Compliance VA

Native Pest Management · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Native Pest Management

🌎 Philippines 💵 $6 - $7 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves auditing service ticket completion reports and monitoring compliance with operational and safety policies. The assistant will identify operational discrepancies and present findings to management through reports and virtual meetings.

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Carrier Compliance Representative

Loadsmart · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Loadsmart

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Research and verify carrier credentials across multiple platforms to ensure legitimacy and compliance with company standards. Document qualifications in internal systems and collaborate with teams to resolve compliance discrepancies.

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Claims Associate

SupplyHouse.com · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

SupplyHouse.com

🌎 Philippines 💵 613K - 766K per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage the end-to-end processing of claims for lost, damaged, or defective products to ensure timely resolution and recovery. Coordinate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams while maintaining accurate tracking records and reporting.

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Legal Counsel (In-house)

SpecialistHQ · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

SpecialistHQ

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Oversee the company's legal affairs, including drafting contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance with Philippine laws. Provide strategic legal guidance on labor matters, corporate registrations, and risk management to protect business interests.

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Compliance Analyst

CompassMSP · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

CompassMSP

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Coordinate and audit cybersecurity and compliance assessments for clients and vendors. Develop client-facing deliverables, review security policies, and collaborate with internal teams to create remediation solutions.

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Contract Specialist I

Dayforce · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Dayforce

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

Provide contract management support to Sales organizations by preparing customer contracts and amendments using established templates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract alignment with business objectives and handle basic contract administration inquiries.

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Contract Specialist I

Dayforce · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Dayforce

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Medical Devices & IVD)

Expedock · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Expedock

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The specialist will author technical documentation and submissions for EU MDR, UKCA, and FDA frameworks while managing ISO 13485-compliant Quality Management Systems. They are also responsible for conducting regulatory gap analyses, managing risk documentation, and handling agency queries from Notified Bodies and the FDA.

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HR Compliance Administrative Specialist (PERMANENT WFH, Dayshift, PH)

Scale-X Solutions · Full Time · 5 Days Ago

Scale-X Solutions

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role focuses on ensuring HR compliance with the Manufacturing Award and managing employment agreements. Additionally, it provides administrative support to Directors and handles the company's social media presence and content strategy.

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HR + Compliance + SMM; PERMANENT work from home; morning shift

Scale-X Solutions · Full Time · 5 Days Ago

Scale-X Solutions

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves managing HR compliance by reviewing employment agreements against the Manufacturing Award and maintaining compliance registers. Additionally, it covers general administrative operations and managing the company's social media presence and content strategy.

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QCArch - HR + Compliance + SMM; PERMANENT work from home; morning shift

Scale-X Solutions · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Scale-X Solutions

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role focuses on ensuring HR compliance with the Manufacturing Award, managing administrative operations for the Directors, and overseeing social media presence. Key tasks include auditing employment agreements, managing the ERP system, and creating digital content via Canva.

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Counsel, Offboarding & Litigation, APAC

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Multiplier Technologies Private Limited

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves owning end-to-end offboarding, conciliation, and litigation matters in the Philippines and providing support across the APAC region. It also requires partnering with Product teams to integrate legal requirements into platform workflows to reduce risk.

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Estate Planning Paralegal

RecruitGo · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

RecruitGo

🌎 Philippines 💵 44000 - 53000 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

The role involves drafting and managing estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and deeds while maintaining electronic client files. It also requires coordinating with clients and attorneys to track document status and ensure accuracy in legal filings.

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Senior Family Law Paralegal

LAULAU · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

LAULAU

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

The role involves drafting and managing family law legal documents and assisting attorneys with case and trial preparation. It also requires managing case files, coordinating with courts and clients, and preparing financial disclosures.

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Compliance Analyst - CIP

Apex Fintech Solutions · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Apex Fintech Solutions

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Perform CIP reviews of accounts to ensure compliance with firm policies and the USA PATRIOT Act. Utilize third-party vendors and open sources to research and document negative news on potential clients.

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SOC 2 & Compliance Manager - Philippines

Insight Assurance · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Insight Assurance

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Manager

Manage and execute IT audit and assurance engagements including SOC 1, SOC 2, and HIPAA assessments. Lead day-to-day activities, oversee control evaluations, and maintain strong client relationships through high-quality service delivery.

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Associate Corporate Legal Counsel

Athena · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Athena

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Provide expert legal guidance on labor and employment matters and manage all labor-related cases from internal discipline to external litigation. Ensure company policies comply with the Philippine Labor Code and oversee internal investigations into workplace misconduct.

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Product Environmental Compliance Analyst

Littelfuse · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Littelfuse

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The analyst is responsible for obtaining, managing, and communicating accurate Product Environmental Compliance data. This includes leading customer inquiries, managing database submissions, and monitoring third-party testing requirements.

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Proposals & Contracts Specialist - Regulatory & Medical Writing

Veristat · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Veristat

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for developing proposals and contracts for new and existing business in consultation with the Sales Team. Gathers complex information for regulatory and medical writing proposals under the guidance of a lead.

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Product Compliance Coordinator (Remote)

BEL USA LLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

BEL USA LLC

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and manage regulatory compliance across the promotional product portfolio to ensure safety, chemical, and labeling requirements are met. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risk, maintain audit-ready documentation, and manage vendor compliance performance.

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AML Compliance Analyst

Deep Blue Company · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Deep Blue Company

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The analyst will design and implement AML/CTF compliance obligations to prepare conveyancing clients for Australia's Tranche 2 reforms. Key duties include conducting KYC/CDD procedures, monitoring transactions for fraud, and preparing regulatory reports for AUSTRAC.

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Contract Specialist

TechnologyAdvice · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

TechnologyAdvice

🌎 Philippines 💵 60000 - 120K per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various legal agreements such as NDAs and MSAs while maintaining contract templates and playbooks. Additionally, the specialist will manage compliance efforts, vendor onboarding, and research current laws and regulations.

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Conveyancing Paralegal (AU Experience Required)

Deep Blue Company · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Deep Blue Company

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Manage residential conveyancing files from start to finish, including preparing documents and completing settlements. Handle client inquiries via phone, email, and SMS while coordinating with Australian lawyers for legal advice.

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Paralegal

OptiNizer · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

OptiNizer

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

The paralegal will support attorneys by preparing legal documents, managing discovery responses, and organizing case files. They are also responsible for maintaining client communication and ensuring all legal filings meet strict deadlines.

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Administrative Coordinator – Licensing & Compliance (REMOTE)

Sporticulture · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Sporticulture

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Licensing & Submissions Coordinator manages product submissions to league partners while ensuring accurate documentation and tracking. They also coordinate across departments to maintain file integrity and meet product lifecycle milestones.

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Vendor & Compliance Assistant

NightOwl Consulting · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

NightOwl Consulting

🌎 Philippines 💵 40000 - 50000 per month ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves managing vendor due diligence, maintaining documentation, and preparing compliance reports for social media and loan officers. Additionally, the assistant will track offshore team progress and support operational workflows through structured reporting and task management.

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