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 (2,773)

Attorney II

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC · Full Time · 4 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 trials and arbitrations.

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Product Compliance Specialist

West Bend Insurance Company · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

West Bend Insurance Company

🌎 United States 💵 $61549 - $108K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Product Compliance Specialist coordinates and implements regulatory and bureau changes to ensure compliance across designated lines of business. This includes managing rate, rule, and form updates and serving as a liaison between regulatory organizations and internal teams.

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International Trade Compliance Coordinator

Saks Fifth Avenue · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Saks Fifth Avenue

🌎 United States 💵 $46000 - $58000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee the delivery of incoming goods and ensure compliance with customs regulations through tracking, documentation, and tariff coding. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external brokers to manage the import lifecycle and improve departmental efficiency.

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Liability Claims Careers – Assistant, Associate, Representative, Examiner & Team Leads 70 APPLICANTS

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage and adjudicate liability claims across various levels of complexity, from entry-level administrative support to advanced technical analysis. Responsibilities include determining benefits, negotiating settlements, and supervising claims teams to ensure high-quality service.

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Workers’ Compensation Claims Careers – Assistant, Associate, Representative, Examiner & Team Leads

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage workers' compensation claims across various levels, from administrative support to complex litigation and supervisory oversight. Responsibilities include determining benefits, negotiating settlements, and ensuring adherence to industry best practices and client requirements.

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Director, Data Privacy Compliance

Zeta Global · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Zeta Global

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $175K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the design and operationalization of Zeta Global's enterprise-wide global privacy compliance program across all business units. Oversee regulatory compliance for digital advertising, manage privacy impact assessments, and lead incident response for data breaches.

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Sr. Manager, Claims Operations

Coalition, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Coalition, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $126K - $190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the strategic scaling of the claims operational backbone, focusing on process excellence, vendor governance, and financial integrity across Cyber and Executive Risk products. Drive the digital transformation of claims operations by implementing Gen-AI tools and improving data standards for cross-functional decision-making.

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Claims Examiner - Auto - Commercial Trucking

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 Bermuda, United States 💵 $75000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process complex commercial auto claims, including bodily injury, by reviewing coverage and determining liability. Manage the litigation process, coordinate with vendors, and pursue subrogation and risk transfer opportunities.

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Associate General Counsel

TuneIn · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

TuneIn

🌎 United States 💵 $170K - $225K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Lead ad tech contracting and content licensing deals while providing legal guidance to product and engineering teams. Support corporate governance, employment law matters, and develop scalable legal frameworks to accelerate business decision-making.

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M&A Counsel

Avalara · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Avalara

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead domestic and international M&A transactions from initial structuring and due diligence through closing and post-transaction integration. Provide risk-adjusted legal advice and leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency and knowledge management across the deal lifecycle.

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V105 - Personal Injury Legal Assistant II

Job Duck · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Argentina, Colombia, El Salvador, Honduras, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

The role involves opening and managing new personal injury claims and supporting attorneys with administrative tasks. Key duties include handling calls, requesting medical records, and drafting legal correspondence.

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V105 - Personal Injury Legal Assistant IV

Job Duck · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Chile, El Salvador, Honduras, Peru, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

Support attorneys by managing personal injury claims, requesting medical records, and handling client communications. Responsibilities include drafting legal correspondence and managing administrative tasks to ensure case progress.

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Assistant General Counsel, Corporate

Marqeta · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Marqeta

🌎 United States 💵 $239K - $326K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Lead the company's SEC reporting cycle, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings, and serve as the primary author of the annual proxy statement. Provide comprehensive legal support to the Board of Directors and its committees while managing insider trading compliance and equity programs.

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Senior Legal Operations Manager

Komodo Health · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Komodo Health

🌎 United States 💵 $145K - $196K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Operations Manager

The role focuses on building and managing the operational infrastructure of the in-house Legal team, specifically owning the legal technology stack and CLM administration. Key duties include configuring AI tools, automating routine legal workflows, and serving as the operational partner to the commercial legal function.

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DC Compliance Analyst

Milliman · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Milliman

🌎 United States 💵 $59200 - $109K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The analyst will manage client accounts by ensuring compliance with IRS regulations and plan documents. Key tasks include performing annual nondiscrimination tests and preparing government filings and audit packages.

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Sr. Litigation Analyst

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide direct oversight and handling of complex Excess Casualty Claims across multiple jurisdictions. Manage case strategies, establish reserves, and coordinate with defense counsel and underlying carriers to resolve claims.

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Claims Examiner, Auto | Bodily Injury | Litigation Required

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $85000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Examiner will analyze and process complex bodily injury auto and commercial transportation claims, ensuring proper documentation and timely resolution. Responsibilities include managing the litigation process, coordinating vendor management, and communicating with clients and insured parties.

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Claims Team Lead - Workers Compensation

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $72914 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Supervise multiple teams of examiners and technical staff for workers compensation claims. Monitor workloads, provide training, and ensure compliance with quality standards.

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Remote California Associate Attorney

Work Elites, L.L.C. · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Work Elites, L.L.C.

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

The Associate Attorney will conduct legal research, draft documents, and support case strategy from intake to resolution. They will also handle client consultations and provide hands-on support across various civil practice areas.

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Assistant General Counsel, Corporate

MQ Referrals Only · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

MQ Referrals Only

🌎 United States 💵 $239K - $326K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

The Assistant General Counsel will own core SEC reporting workstreams, drive corporate governance, and support the Board and its committees. This role includes drafting the company's proxy statement and related disclosure materials.

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Commercial Counsel

Apollo.io · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Apollo.io

🌎 United States 💵 $173K - $249K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Commercial Counsel manages the full lifecycle of commercial agreements, including customer MDSAs, DPAs, and vendor contracts. They partner closely with Sales and Product teams to build scalable legal playbooks and processes that enable business growth.

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Security & Compliance Analyst

CompanyCam · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

CompanyCam

🌎 United States 💵 $110K - $125K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The analyst will manage the Vanta Professional instance and drive alignment across NIST CSF 2.0 and SOC 2 Type II frameworks. They will also handle risk reporting, vendor security assessments, and act as a liaison between technical teams and leadership.

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Paralegal

Crisp Recruit · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Crisp Recruit

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

The paralegal will manage litigation deadlines, draft complex legal documents, and handle court filings. They will also conduct substantive legal research and serve as a primary communication bridge between clients and attorneys.

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Healthcare Claims Team Lead - Remote

ImagenetLLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

ImagenetLLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the end-to-end implementation and onboarding of new healthcare clients, translating requirements into operational workflows and SOPs. Oversee team performance, quality assurance, and training to ensure a successful go-live and stabilization phase.

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V105 - Legal Intake Assistant

Job Duck · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Job Duck

🌎 Argentina, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, United States 💵 $1150 - $1220 per month ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage client intake, qualify leads, and coordinate with attorneys to secure retainer agreements. Provide administrative support by updating CRM systems and organizing discovery documents.

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Commercial Auto Claims Representative

Great American Insurance Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Great American Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $56000 - $75000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage an inventory of commercial auto claims to evaluate liability, compensability, and damages. Conduct investigations and negotiate settlements while maintaining detailed claim files and ensuring timely payments.

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Claims Supervisor/Team Lead – Commercial Auto Property Damage (Remote)

Great American Insurance Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Great American Insurance Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Supervise a team handling high-volume commercial auto property damage claims, focusing on coaching, performance support, and quality control. Additionally, maintain an active inventory of claims and collaborate with divisional partners to ensure operational excellence.

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Director, Inpatient Coding and Compliance

The Ohio State University · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

The Ohio State University

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director oversees inpatient coding, compliance, and clinical documentation enhancement to ensure high-quality data collection and financial viability. This includes managing staff, monitoring coding accuracy, and ensuring adherence to CMS regulations across various health system units.

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Assistant General Counsel, EvolutionIQ (CCC Intelligent Solutions)

EvolutionIQ · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

EvolutionIQ

🌎 United States 💵 $260K - $285K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

The role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating SaaS agreements and commercial contracts for the Sales and go-to-market teams. It involves advising on privacy, security, AI, and intellectual property issues to protect the business while enabling growth.

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Compliance Analyst, Privacy

HealthEdge · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HealthEdge

🌎 United States 💵 $78000 - $82000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Acts as a subject matter expert in healthcare privacy to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and contractual obligations. Responsibilities include managing privacy incidents, conducting audits, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders and customer health plans.

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