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)

Auto Claims Trainee - Remote

Liberty Mutual Insurance · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Liberty Mutual Insurance

🌎 United States 💵 $38000 - $70000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Accurately capture new Auto and Property claims through First Notice of Loss (FNOL) documentation and triage exposures. Provide consultative guidance to customers regarding policy coverage and coordinate logistical support services like rentals and towing.

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Senior Family Law Litigation Paralegal

Elise Buie Family Law · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Elise Buie Family Law

🌎 United States 💵 $30 - $63 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Manage family law matters from intake to resolution, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal correspondence. Provide empathetic client support and coordinate filings in compliance with Washington State court procedures.

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Attorney II

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $128K - $252K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Attorney II manages a caseload of 1st and 3rd party personal injury lawsuits from inception through post-trial motions. Key duties include conducting discovery, taking depositions, performing legal research, and representing clients in bench and jury trials.

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Paralegal - Corporate Paralegal - Law Firm

NorthPoint Search Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

NorthPoint Search Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Paralegal

Provide comprehensive legal and operational support to a team of six attorneys, including document preparation and legal research. Manage attorney calendars, client communications, and corporate records maintenance to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.

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Senior Corporate Paralegal - Law Firm

NorthPoint Search Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

NorthPoint Search Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Paralegal

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Adjunct Professor - Legal Research Foundations

Louisiana State University · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Louisiana State University

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The adjunct professor will lead one section of the Legal Research Foundations course for approximately 20 students. Responsibilities include teaching foundational research skills and conducting formative and summative assessments.

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Contract Manager (Evisort Experience)

ERPA · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

ERPA

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Manager

Own and administer the Evisort CLM platform, including system configuration, metadata management, and workflow optimization. Review and negotiate various contracts and agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies and federal regulations.

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Compliance Team Lead

New Charter Technologies · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

New Charter Technologies

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Team Lead will personally lead and execute compliance engagements for clients while also managing team leadership and practice development. This includes conducting gap analyses, developing compliance frameworks, and mentoring junior staff.

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Compliance Team Lead

Cyber74 · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Cyber74

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Team Lead will personally lead and execute compliance engagements for clients, managing the delivery from kickoff through audit readiness. They will also mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of compliance frameworks and methodologies.

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Counsel-Ethics, Compliance & Product Regulatory

Valvoline Global · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Valvoline Global

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the design and execution of the global ethics and compliance program, focusing on ABAC, global trade, and ESG requirements. Oversee internal investigations and provide strategic legal guidance on product regulatory compliance and hazardous materials across international markets.

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Contract Manager, Research

Mass General Brigham · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Mass General Brigham

🌎 United States 💵 $63648 - $90750.4 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Manager

The role involves creating, reviewing, and overseeing contracts to ensure legal compliance and alignment with company goals. It also focuses on identifying operational efficiencies, mitigating risks, and providing guidance to junior contract team members.

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Director, Compliance Business Enablement (Remote)

Stryker · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Stryker

🌎 United States 💵 $155K - $337K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director, Compliance Business Enablement provides strategic leadership and governance across global business processes and compliance standards. This role involves defining the long-term roadmap and ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities while overseeing global governance.

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Staff Counsel - PA Workers' Compensation

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage a workers' compensation caseload in Pennsylvania from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings and presenting defense strategies in court. Provide legal advice to clients and claims professionals while handling all case-related activities and administrative hearings.

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Junior Associate Disability Attorney

Heard & Smith, LLP · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Heard & Smith, LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $50000 - $65000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Represent clients in hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges and manage case development. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, writing pre-hearing memorandums, and drafting appeals council briefs.

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Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Hydropower

Elevate Power Management LLC · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Elevate Power Management LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Coordinate and implement procedures to ensure adherence to FERC regulatory compliance for hydropower and renewable energy projects. Maintain accurate records, submit regulatory filings, and interface with federal and state agencies.

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Associate Disability Attorney

Heard & Smith, LLP · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Heard & Smith, LLP

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

Provide legal advice to clients and represent them at disability hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges. Handle legal writing at the ALJ and Appeals Council levels and maintain communication with clients throughout the disability process.

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Special Claims Field Investigator

Great American Insurance Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Great American Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $67000 - $79000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Detect and prevent fraudulent insurance claims through meticulous investigation and data analysis. Prepare comprehensive reports to recommend claim approval or denial while ensuring fair settlements.

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Regulatory & Provider Network Filing Analyst

MedPro Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

MedPro Group

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $80000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for preparing and submitting student health insurance network filings and reports to ensure regulatory compliance. The role involves monitoring deadlines, coordinating with stakeholders, and serving as a subject matter expert on provider network regulations.

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Senior Corporate Counsel

Anova · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Anova

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

Build and lead the legal function, overseeing global entity structures, contract management, and corporate governance. Manage M&A activities, intellectual property portfolios, and compliance with international data privacy and industrial regulations.

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Attorney-Represented Bodily Injury Associate Manager

Allstate · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $124K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Team Leader will manage a team of attorney-represented bodily injury adjusters and ensure exceptional claims experiences for agents. Responsibilities include coaching, performance management, and addressing escalated customer situations.

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Product Compliance Manager, Bitcoin & Digital Assets

Block · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Block

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $257K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Manager

The Product Compliance Manager serves as a strategic advisor to define product launch requirements and identify corresponding controls for Square's Lending products. This includes managing risk assessments, audits, and collaborating with bank partners and internal teams to maintain a strong compliance posture.

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Corporate Counsel, Clinical Contracts

Summit Therapeutics · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Summit Therapeutics

🌎 United States 💵 $158K - $185K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

Responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating clinical and corporate contracts to protect the company from risk and support business objectives. Collaborates with internal departments and external parties to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory guidelines.

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Multi-State Associate Attorney (Remote | Full-Time)

Stotler Hayes Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Stotler Hayes Group

🌎 United States 💵 $85000 - $100K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Independently manage legal cases from intake to resolution, including developing strategies and drafting legal documents. Maintain communications with courts, clients, and opposing counsel while appearing at hearings and trials as needed.

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Claims Investigator - Part Time

CoventBridge Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

CoventBridge Group

🌎 United States 💵 $25 - $28 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

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

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Lead Staff Counsel Procedural Reviewer

GEICO · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

GEICO

🌎 United States 💵 $118K - $185K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Conduct audits of Staff Counsel files to ensure quality case handling and compliance with departmental policies. Provide feedback to management and recommend improvements to existing procedures and best practices.

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VP, Legal & Regulatory

GTT · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

GTT

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead global telecommunications regulatory strategy and provide executive-level legal counsel on high-risk matters. Interface with cross-functional leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and support strategic business growth across global operations.

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Claims Supervisor - NY

CorVel Corporation · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

CorVel Corporation

🌎 United States 💵 $73345 - $113K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Supervise a team of Workers' Compensation claims staff to ensure quality, productivity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide technical guidance on complex claims and act as a liaison for clients and employees regarding claim resolutions.

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Innovation Attorney, SAGE

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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

The SAGE Innovation Attorney leads efforts to optimize legal service delivery through the integration of people, process, and technology. This includes implementing generative AI, managing legal tech products, and developing data-driven client-facing solutions.

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Innovation Attorney, Litigation & IP

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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

Lead and support efforts to optimize legal service delivery and increase efficiencies within the Litigation and IP business units. This includes integrating generative AI, managing legal technology rollouts, and developing client-facing data solutions.

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Director, IVD Regulatory Consulting

Precision Medicine Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Precision Medicine Group

🌎 United States 💵 $162K - $243K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Direct the preparation of global regulatory submissions and strategic approvals for in vitro diagnostics for pharma and life science clients. Lead business development efforts by designing customized program recommendations and converting prospects into contracted business.

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