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 United States (2,781)

Sr. Telecommunications Regulatory Counsel

Motorola Solutions · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Motorola Solutions

🌎 United States 💵 $190K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves advising stakeholders on global telecommunications regulations and implementing compliance programs for market entry. It also includes managing spectrum policy, drafting regulatory filings, and conducting due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.

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Senior Manager, Compliance & Audit

Sound Physicians · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Sound Physicians

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $125K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee the enterprise compliance audit and monitoring program, focusing on professional coding, billing integrity, and regulatory adherence. Lead risk-based audits and collaborate with cross-functional leadership to mitigate financial and regulatory exposure.

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E&S Litigation Specialist

Selective Insurance Company of America · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Selective Insurance Company of America

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage General Liability litigation claims from inception to resolution, including investigation, coverage analysis, and the development of litigation strategies. Coordinate with defense counsel and attend legal proceedings such as depositions and trials to ensure cost-effective settlements.

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Workers Compensation Claims Supervisor - CT

Gallagher · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Gallagher

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and supervise a Workers Compensation claims team to ensure high-quality service and adherence to best practices. Manage adjuster hiring, training, and workloads while maintaining professional communication with clients, carriers, and brokers.

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Litigation Paralegal - Florida (Limited Term Employment

Farmers Insurance Careers · Part Time · 1 Week Ago

Farmers Insurance Careers

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Assists attorneys with drafting legal documents, answering interrogatories, and conducting legal research. Manages medical records, coordinates expert reviews, and prepares evidence and witnesses for trial.

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Federal Student Aid Regulatory Case Analyst

Kaiva Tech · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Kaiva Tech

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Review and resolve complex consumer financial and regulatory cases for the Federal Student Aid Ombudsman. Prepare structured written determinations using the IRAC methodology and maintain detailed records in CRM systems.

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Sr. Principal Medical Writer - Regulatory Submission Docs (ISE/ISS/Clinical Overview - Must Have) - Oncology Preferred

Syneos Health · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Syneos Health

🌎 United States 💵 $95000 - $210K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Medical Writer

Responsible for developing high-quality clinical regulatory documents for global submissions, including ISE, ISS, and Clinical Overviews. Provides strategic direction to cross-functional teams and mentors junior medical writers to ensure scientific rigor and regulatory compliance.

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Claims Team Lead, General Liability

Reserv · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Reserv

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the New York Labor Law and Commercial General Liability adjusting team while balancing management duties with hands-on claims handling. Responsible for onboarding, coaching, reporting metrics to clients, and implementing best practices for claim investigation and settlement.

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Assistant General Counsel - Labor & Employment

Geisinger · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Geisinger

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Provide strategic legal counsel and tactical support for labor and employment matters across a complex healthcare system. Partner with HR and executive leadership to manage employee relations, internal investigations, and workforce risk mitigation.

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Client Service Manager | Casualty Claims Experience Required (Auto, GL or WC) | Multi-Client

Sedgwick · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $100K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage multiple client service programs or a large national program to maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and vendors. Oversee program procedures, client renewals, and financial reporting to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

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Director, Compliance

Blink Health · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Blink Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and scale the enterprise compliance program, focusing on HIPAA, privacy, and regulatory requirements across pharmacy and digital products. Manage incident investigations, audits, certifications, and the development of compliance policies and training.

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Returns & Claims Associate

Xometry Europe · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Xometry Europe

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage and resolve customer and partner claims across logistics, service quality, billing, and product categories. Coordinate returns and collaborate with internal teams to ensure policy-compliant resolutions and process improvements.

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Systems Analyst - Team Lead (Epic HB Claims and Remittance)

UPMC · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

UPMC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Systems Analyst

Supervise a team of Hospital Billing claims analysts and provide technical guidance on claims and remittance administration. Coordinate regulatory updates, Epic upgrades, and collaborate with Professional Billing teams on shared system issues.

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Associate Director, Global Regulatory Affairs, Precision Medicine & Digital Health

Takeda · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Takeda

🌎 United States 💵 $154K - $242K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the development and execution of global regulatory strategies for precision medicine, digital health tools, and biomarkers. Partner with cross-functional teams and health authorities to ensure compliance and successful commercialization of therapeutic assets.

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Auto & Bodily Injury Litigation Claims Examiner | Commercial Auto | Dedicated Client & Capped Caseload License Required

Sedgwick · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $85000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process complex Auto Bodily Injury Litigation claims to determine benefits and ensure timely resolution. This includes negotiating settlements, investigating claim exposure, and communicating activity to claimants and clients.

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Claims Investigator - Part Time

CoventBridge Group · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

CoventBridge Group

🌎 United States 💵 $26 - $30 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Conduct complex field investigations across various claim types to uncover facts and document findings. Deliver professional investigative summaries and client-ready reports while managing billable hours effectively.

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Sr Regulatory Advisor

FedEx Logistics · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

FedEx Logistics

🌎 United States 💵 $6511.62 - $12892.99 per month ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee the handling of government notices and ensure compliance with customs regulations and organizational policies. Provide high-level training and subject matter expertise to internal and external customers while managing complex regulatory functions.

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Senior Counsel, Transactions (Capital Markets)

Circle · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Circle

🌎 United States 💵 $230K - $297K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead complex commercial transactional work supporting global capital markets, including crypto exchanges and institutional partners. Structure and negotiate agreements for digital assets, stablecoins, and the Arc blockchain network.

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Senior Property Claims Representative

Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate, evaluate, and control commercial, residential, and farm property claims with minimal supervision. Ensure timely and equitable resolution of claims while providing quality service to insureds to aid business retention.

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Senior IT Compliance Specialist - Corporate Office (Austin, MN) Preferred; remote eligible - specific locations

Hormel Foods Family of Companies · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Hormel Foods Family of Companies

🌎 United States 💵 $103K - $144K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Own the end-to-end execution of IT compliance activities, including audit coordination, evidence management, and issue remediation. Drive efficiency by modernizing compliance processes through automation and the implementation of GRC tools.

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Regulatory Affairs Pharmacovigilance Manager

myTomorrows · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

myTomorrows

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Ensure global compliance of expanded access processes with country-specific regulations and manage regulatory and pharmacovigilance activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and pharmaceutical clients to prepare regulatory dossiers and execute strategies for drug access programs.

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VP, Compliance

Alignment Health · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Alignment Health

🌎 United States 💵 $227K - $341K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and evolve the enterprise-wide Compliance Program for Medicare Advantage and other lines of business. Drive strategic regulatory guidance, HIPAA privacy governance, and a data-driven culture of ethics and integrity.

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Regulatory Specialist II (Office of Clinical Trials)

Johns Hopkins University · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Johns Hopkins University

🌎 United States 💵 $41300 - $72300 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Regulatory Specialist II facilitates the startup and maintenance of commercially sponsored clinical trials by coordinating with internal and external partners. Key duties include managing IRB submissions, tracking study milestones, and maintaining electronic regulatory binders.

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Senior Managing Counsel, Commercial Transactions (Remote)

Allstate · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $151K - $220K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial agreements focusing on technology, data, and service arrangements for non-insurance businesses. Lead the development of contract templates and playbooks while providing business-focused legal advice to cross-functional teams.

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Director Medicare Compliance Officer

St. Joseph Hospital & Medical Center · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

St. Joseph Hospital & Medical Center

🌎 United States 💵 $49.78 - $74.05 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

The Medicare Compliance Officer designs and oversees a comprehensive compliance program for Medicare Advantage and Part D to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations. This role involves reporting directly to the CEO and Board, managing internal investigations, and fostering a culture of ethical conduct.

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Sr. Manager, Global Regulatory Strategy

Telix Pharmaceuticals (AMER) · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Telix Pharmaceuticals (AMER)

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and execute global regulatory strategies for the development and commercialization of oncology and rare disease products. Lead health authority interactions and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of regulatory milestones.

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Global Head, Regulatory Affairs – Labeling (PDx)

GE HEALTHCARE · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

GE HEALTHCARE

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $180K - $270K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Global Head of Regulatory Affairs for Labeling defines the enterprise labeling vision and manages the strategic agenda from target product profiles to global implementation. This role leads high-stakes negotiations with global health authorities to secure optimal indications and claims while ensuring compliant promotion and market access.

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Regulatory Compliance Counsel

Hagerty · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Hagerty

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Serve as a strategic legal advisor managing the compliance incident management program and global regulatory framework. Collaborate with business leaders to provide guidance on regulatory requirements and foster a culture of ethical business conduct.

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Human Research Compliance Associate (Office of Human Subjects Research)

Johns Hopkins University · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Johns Hopkins University

🌎 United States 💵 $73300 - $128K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide regulatory and compliance advice to the Johns Hopkins University Institutional Review Boards regarding the protection of human subjects in research. Review applications for legal deficiencies and lead regulatory consults with faculty to assist with protocol planning.

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Remote Immigration Attorney

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The attorney will manage a caseload of immigration cases, representing detained and non-detained individuals in removal proceedings. Responsibilities include preparing diverse immigration applications, conducting intakes, and developing legal strategies for clients.

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