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 (2,776)

Remote, Contract-based Miami area or South Florida High Level Commercial Litigation Attorney - 5+ Hours/Week

The Freelance Firm, LLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

The Freelance Firm, LLC

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

Assist with commercial litigation matters by drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery documents. Support active litigation files, conduct legal research, and assist with hearings and depositions.

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Remote, Contract-based California Litigation Paralegal Opportunity- 5+ Hours/Week

The Freelance Firm, LLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

The Freelance Firm, LLC

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

Manage active California personal injury litigation files independently from inception through trial. Responsibilities include drafting discovery, e-filing, and managing court deadlines.

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Remote, Contract-based Florida Personal Injury or Medical Malpractice Litigation Paralegal Opportunity - 5+ Hours/Week

The Freelance Firm, LLC · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

The Freelance Firm, LLC

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

Manage active litigation files and support attorneys through all phases of personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents and managing a senior partner's professional and social calendar.

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Associate Attorney

Kelley Kronenberg · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Kelley Kronenberg

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Associate Attorney will manage a diverse caseload of insurance litigation cases from initial strategy to resolution. This includes collaborating with senior attorneys and maintaining significant client interaction.

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Compliance & Monitoring Supervisor

HORNE · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HORNE

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role provides second-level compliance review and oversight of grant documentation to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations. It involves collaborating with program teams to resolve issues, preparing compliance reports, and strengthening internal controls.

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Compliance & Monitoring Supervisor

HORNE · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HORNE

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

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Compliance & Monitoring Supervisor

HORNE · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

HORNE

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves performing second-level compliance reviews of grant documentation to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations. It also includes providing functional oversight to staff, managing corrective action plans, and strengthening internal controls to ensure audit-ready records.

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Litigation Associate Attorney

Rincon Search · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Rincon Search

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

The associate will handle various litigation and trial tasks, including attending court hearings and conducting legal research. Responsibilities also include drafting motions, managing discovery, and taking or defending depositions.

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Compliance Counsel

SafeRide Health · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

SafeRide Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Counsel will develop and oversee enterprise compliance programs and infrastructure while providing legal guidance on healthcare regulations. They will lead audit activities, manage corrective action plans, and partner cross-functionally to mitigate regulatory risks.

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Employment Litigation Attorneys

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $275K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Handle employment litigation matters including appearances at hearings, depositions, and trials. Provide superior client service within a fast-paced litigation environment.

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General Liability Litigation Attorneys

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $275K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The attorney will handle general liability litigation cases, specifically focusing on motor vehicle and rideshare accidents. They will work within a collaborative team under the guidance of an experienced trial attorney.

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Complex Commercial Litigation Attorneys

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $275K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Handle complex commercial and civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts. Manage assignments with minimal supervision, including conducting hearings, depositions, and trials.

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VP, Corporate Counsel

Transworld Systems Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Transworld Systems Inc.

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

The VP, Corporate Counsel provides expert legal guidance to ensure operations align with federal and state regulations while managing in-house counsel and litigation activities. They are responsible for drafting commercial agreements, overseeing corporate governance, and managing risk-transfer strategies and insurance claims.

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Civil Litigation Attorneys

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $275K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Handle general litigation matters focusing on intellectual property, business, and commercial cases. Provide high-quality client service and utilize a strong technical platform to manage legal proceedings.

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Environmental Compliance Manager

Penn Entertainment · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Penn Entertainment

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

Lead all environmental permitting, diligence, and compliance efforts for power delivery platforms focused on data center campus development. Manage consultants, oversee regulatory authorizations for natural-gas-fired power plants, and ensure continuous operational compliance.

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Nuclear Contract Manager 3

NuScale Power, LLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

NuScale Power, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $88915 - $139K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Manager

Manage the full lifecycle of nuclear engineering and construction contracts, including drafting, negotiating, and executing various agreements. Serve as the primary contractual liaison between the company and suppliers to ensure compliance and risk minimization.

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Senior Claims Researcher

Clover Health · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Clover Health

🌎 United States 💵 $107K - $130K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Execute technical audits and deep-dive research to ensure Medicare Advantage claims are paid accurately according to provider contracts and benefit designs. Collaborate with BPaaS and configuration teams to resolve systemic payment errors and leverage AI tools for oversight.

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Associate Attorney, Workers Compensation Defense

LAW OFFICE OF COX & ASSOCIATES · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

LAW OFFICE OF COX & ASSOCIATES

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $180K per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Represent clients in court or before government agencies and draft legal documents. Negotiate settlements for legal disputes and advise clients on business and legal transactions.

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Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

LAW OFFICE OF COX & ASSOCIATES · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

LAW OFFICE OF COX & ASSOCIATES

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $180K per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Represent clients in court and before government agencies while drafting legal documents and negotiating settlements. Provide legal advice on business transactions and ensure compliance with all legal standards.

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Counsel, Advanced Research Center

GE Vernova · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

GE Vernova

🌎 United Kingdom, United States 💵 $150K - $250K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Serve as a legal advisor for the Advanced Research Center, focusing on U.S. government contracts, financial assistance agreements, and commercial transactions. Provide guidance on regulatory compliance, manage legal disputes, and collaborate with cross-functional business units.

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VP Legal Systems & Transformation

SitusAMC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

SitusAMC

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $150K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for designing and building technology solutions to empower legal department objectives through system integration and data analysis. This includes owning Ironclad configuration and managing data flows between legal platforms and enterprise systems like Salesforce and Workday.

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KAP 2026-2027 - Legal Policy Analyst - Independent Women

Stand Together · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Stand Together

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Legal Policy Analyst tracks and analyzes legal and regulatory developments to support the Independent Women's Law Center. Responsibilities include drafting legal content, monitoring court cases, and translating complex legal concepts for broader audiences.

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Conflicts Staff Attorney

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $136K - $176K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Responsible for screening potential client engagements and analyzing conflicts database searches to identify potential issues. The role involves drafting waivers and training staff on conflict screening and intake processes.

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Workers Compensation Claims Representative | NY Jurisdictions & NY Licensing Required

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $70000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage a capped caseload of workers' compensation claims from inception to resolution while ensuring compliance with New York state laws. Negotiate settlements and maintain comprehensive records within the claims management system.

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Senior Consultant, Quality and Compliance

Syner-G · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Syner-G

🌎 India, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead GCP quality and compliance engagements for biopharma clients, overseeing CROs and vendors to ensure inspection readiness. Establish sponsor oversight programs, conduct GCP audits, and advise on regulatory strategy across the clinical development lifecycle.

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SVP, General Counsel

Arcadia · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Arcadia

🌎 United States 💵 $230K - $350K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

The General Counsel will architect the legal function to drive business growth, focusing on revenue enablement, M&A integration, and corporate governance. They will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board while overseeing employee relations and enterprise risk compliance.

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Associate Attorney - Silica Defense

Segal McCambridge · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Segal McCambridge

🌎 United States 💵 $115K - $175K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Manage an assigned caseload of high-stakes silica and toxic tort litigation for national and Fortune 500 clients. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, taking depositions, and collaborating with trial attorneys on case strategy.

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Global Trade Compliance - Export Controls Lead

Danaher Corporation · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Danaher Corporation

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $160K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage the global export compliance program with a specific focus on ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations. Act as a subject matter expert to guide strategic business decisions and implement robust internal controls across operational processes.

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Regulatory Operations Specialist

Lifecare Home Health Family · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Lifecare Home Health Family

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role focuses on managing PECOS filings, vendor regulatory documentation, and provider credentialing activities. It ensures all regulatory records are accurate, current, and ready for audits through diligent tracking and coordination.

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Environmental Compliance and Safety Manager

The Battery Network · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

The Battery Network

🌎 United States 💵 $96000 - $110K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and implement safety and compliance best practices for battery handling, transportation, and recycling. Lead site audits, manage regulatory relationships with the EPA and DOT, and oversee the organization's ISO certifications.

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