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)

Patent Paralegal

Mercola · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Mercola

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $110K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Manage high-volume patent docketing and USPTO Patent Center filings while coordinating inventor disclosures and signatures. Support AI-generated patent application workflows and coordinate foreign filing activities with outside counsel.

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VP of Compliance

OncoHealth · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

OncoHealth

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the enterprise-wide compliance program focusing on utilization management and telehealth operations. Design and operationalize a compliance framework to ensure adherence to federal and state laws, CMS requirements, and accreditation standards.

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Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Hyperproof · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Hyperproof

🌎 United States 💵 $146K - $206K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the enterprise GRC strategy by managing SOC 2 and FedRAMP authorizations while transforming compliance into a continuous assurance engine. Act as the technical authority for security posture during sales cycles and oversee incident response and risk management programs.

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Director, Security & Compliance

Qualified Health PBC · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Qualified Health PBC

🌎 United States 💵 $190K - $235K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director will own the end-to-end security and compliance program, focusing on driving HITRUST certification and managing the company's security posture. This includes leading a security team, managing IAM and vendor intake, and reporting security status to the board and investors.

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Head of Compliance

The Better Money Company · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

The Better Money Company

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $225K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Build and manage the company's compliance program, focusing on BSA/AML, KYC, and sanctions screening frameworks. Lead the application process for state-level money transmitter licenses and scale the compliance team.

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Counsel, Commercial and Regulatory

Latitude · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Latitude

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $240K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex commercial agreements with financial institutions and vendors while advising on product and regulatory strategy. Establish scalable legal infrastructure and internal playbooks to support a regulated cross-border payments platform.

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Archy · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Archy

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Own the end-to-end FDA compliance lifecycle for SaMD and AI/ML-enabled dental imaging software, including 510(k) submissions and QMS maintenance. Lead broader company compliance efforts encompassing HIPAA and SOC 2 programs while partnering with engineering to integrate regulatory requirements into product development.

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Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial Contracts

Diversified · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Diversified

🌎 United States 💵 $138K - $177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements including domestic and international product and services contracts. Provide legal counsel to sales and operations teams regarding intellectual property, data protection, and regulatory compliance.

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Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial Contracts

Diversified · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Diversified

🌎 United States 💵 $138K - $177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements and provide legal counsel on intellectual property, data protection, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with sales and operations teams to resolve legal issues and support commercial transactions.

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Risk & Compliance Director

JLL · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

JLL

🌎 United States 💵 $140K - $160K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee the development and governance of risk management and compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. Lead enterprise risk assessments, manage internal and external audits, and oversee incident escalation processes to safeguard financial integrity.

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Customs Compliance Specialist

QVC · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

QVC

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The specialist ensures US import compliance by accurately classifying items using HTS codes and managing communications with customs brokers and government agencies. They are also responsible for auditing entries, resolving post-entry issues, and identifying duty savings through tariff engineering.

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Senior Counsel

Mainspring Energy · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Mainspring Energy

🌎 United States 💵 $212K - $250K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Senior Counsel will lead end-to-end negotiations for complex commercial agreements and provide strategic, risk-balanced legal advice to internal stakeholders. They will also architect scalable contract templates and playbooks to optimize the company's legal infrastructure.

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HR Compliance Specialist

CAI · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

CAI

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $65000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Ensure organizational adherence to internal policies and employment laws through auditing, policy development, and reporting. Manage the filing of AAP and EEO-1 reports while overseeing compliance software automation and training rollouts.

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Associate General Counsel (Healthtech)

Stedi · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Stedi

🌎 United States 💵 $250K - $325K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

The Associate General Counsel will manage customer and vendor contracting, serve as product counsel for engineering teams, and handle complex legal matters in a regulated healthtech environment. They will also partner with the Head of Legal to automate legal workflows and scale business processes.

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Paralegal I, Election Protection hub

Public Rights Project · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Public Rights Project

🌎 United States 💵 $74630 - $100K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Provide legal filing, research, and administrative support to the Election Protection Hub team of attorneys. Manage litigation deadlines, assemble court filings, and coordinate internal workflows for a remote team.

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Contract Specialist

Higher Logic · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Higher Logic

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

The Contract Specialist manages customer and vendor agreements while ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies. Key duties include drafting and reviewing contracts, managing the contract lifecycle, and providing administrative support to the legal department.

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Legal Counsel

Solera · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Solera

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

The role involves drafting and negotiating various corporate contracts, including SaaS and vendor agreements, while ensuring compliance with company policies. Additionally, the counsel will manage litigation strategies, resolve business disputes, and provide legal guidance to internal departments.

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Removal Defense Associate Attorney

C.R. Wannamaker Law · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

C.R. Wannamaker Law

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

The Associate Attorney will handle removal defense immigration law and affirmative filings, representing clients in immigration courts from master to merits hearings. Additionally, the role involves mentoring and supervising paralegals and legal assistants to ensure high-quality legal work product.

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Senior Partner, PBM Compliance

Intermountain Health · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Intermountain Health

🌎 United States 💵 $58.62 - $90.48 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide strategic compliance guidance for PBM services and manage high-risk portfolios including state licensure and regulatory tracking. Develop training programs and lead complex investigations to mitigate regulatory risks and ensure ethical standards.

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ABM & GTM Coordinator, CoCounsel Legal - MidLaw

Thomson Reuters · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Thomson Reuters

🌎 United States 💵 $74200 - $137K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Partner with Account Executives to develop and execute tailored engagement strategies and account plans for high-value Mid Law firms. Monitor intent signals and synthesize data to create actionable briefings and track pipeline progression via Salesforce dashboards.

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Assistant/Associate General Counsel – U.S. Retail Brokerage

Howden · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Howden

🌎 United States 💵 $275K - $315K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Serve as the second-in-command to the General Counsel, providing legal advisory and strategic guidance for U.S. retail insurance brokerage operations. Develop legal policies, manage regulatory compliance across multiple states, and oversee U.S.-based litigation and risk mitigation.

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Sr Consultant, Claims - Management Liability & Specialty Lines (Surety)

Nationwide · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Nationwide

🌎 United States 💵 $122K - $214K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate, evaluate, and negotiate complex litigated claims within management liability and specialty lines to reach successful resolutions. Provide subject matter expertise to business partners and leadership to develop claims strategies and influence product development.

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Claims Examiner (Reinsurance)

One80 · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

One80

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversees the management and analysis of complex reinsurance claims to ensure accurate reporting and recovery of assets. Collaborates with underwriters, brokers, and actuaries to optimize outcomes and maintain treaty compliance.

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Bodily Injury & Homeowners Liability Adjuster

Allstate · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $50000 - $124K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate and confirm facts of loss for advanced automobile and homeowners liability claims. Determine coverage, liability, and damages while negotiating settlements within authorized limits.

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Compliance Manager

Figma · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Figma

🌎 United States 💵 $153K - $296K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Manager

Lead and manage security and regulatory compliance programs, including SOC 2, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP. Drive audit readiness, optimize GRC platforms, and maintain security policies to strengthen organizational trust and risk posture.

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Vice President, Environmental Compliance

Alliance Technical Group · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Alliance Technical Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the strategic growth, operational performance, and service delivery of the Environmental Compliance Division. Oversee financial performance, business development, and the management of high-performing technical compliance teams.

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Docket Specialist, Litigation

Dentons · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Dentons

🌎 United States 💵 $70000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves entering data into docketing systems, calculating litigation deadlines, and performing electronic court filings. Additionally, the specialist monitors cases via online resources and handles inquiries from legal staff.

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Trade Compliance Counsel

Reflection · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Reflection

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Build and operationalize a global trade compliance function focusing on sanctions, export controls, and national security regulations for frontier AI. Advise cross-functional teams on the application of these regimes to model development, infrastructure, and international operations.

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Senior Compliance Analyst

AmeriLife · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

AmeriLife

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

Provide compliance support for wholesale life insurance and annuity business by reviewing marketing materials and investigating agent-related concerns. Assist in creating compliance policies and driving initiatives across various business teams.

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Compliance Lead

Fullscript · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Fullscript

🌎 United States 💵 $125K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Lead will manage privacy operations and data governance, ensuring privacy-by-design is integrated into product features and AI tools. They will translate complex regulations like HIPAA and CPRA into actionable business guidance and lead privacy incident response activities.

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