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)

Voluntary Benefits Claims Manager

New York Life · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

New York Life

🌎 United States 💵 $45000 - $70000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage a caseload of voluntary benefit claims, including Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness products. Conduct thorough investigations to determine eligibility and liability while ensuring a high-quality service experience for claimants.

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General Counsel

Stedi · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Stedi

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

The General Counsel will develop and execute regulatory and legal strategies to navigate healthcare compliance and turn uncertainty into a competitive advantage. They will oversee the full legal function, including contracts, IP, and corporate governance, while partnering with the CEO and board on strategic decisions.

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VP, Legal / General Counsel

Plenful · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Plenful

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

Establish and lead the legal function, managing commercial contracts, healthcare regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. Act as a strategic partner to the executive team to protect the business and support high-growth operations.

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Associate Litigation Attorney

COCHRAN DAVIS & ASSOCIATES PC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

COCHRAN DAVIS & ASSOCIATES PC

🌎 United States 💵 $170K - $250K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The attorney will manage an active caseload involving all phases of litigation, from pre-suit evaluation and discovery to trial preparation and court appearances. Key duties include drafting legal documents, conducting research, and collaborating with partners on complex civil matters.

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Transportation 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

Defend claims arising from vehicle accidents for clients with high self-insured retention. Work within a collaborative national team to handle complex, high-stakes transportation litigation.

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Senior Corporate Counsel

Origami Risk LLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Origami Risk LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

The role focuses on supporting the Sales organization through the review and negotiation of commercial contracts and SaaS agreements. Additional duties include managing vendor contracts, drafting internal policies, and implementing legal efficiency initiatives using AI tools.

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Commercial Litigation Attorneys

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

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Manage commercial litigation cases including drafting discovery, handling motion practice, and representing clients in court and depositions. Provide significant client oversight and maintain superior client service standards.

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Outside Counsel Guidelines Attorney

Dentons · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Dentons

🌎 United States 💵 $150K - $180K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The attorney will review and analyze client-drafted terms and outside counsel guidelines to identify contractual risks. They will also liaise with firm leadership and legal teams to negotiate terms and assist with RFPs and client audits.

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Foreclosure Attorney

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $150K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Manage high-volume statewide foreclosure matters and act as a liaison between the firm, clients, and courts. Prepare legal pleadings, argue cases at hearings, and conduct title searches to identify proper parties for service.

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist I

Getinge · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Getinge

🌎 United States 💵 $75280 - $94100 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Collect and maintain documentation for routine regulatory submissions and agency approvals. Collaborate with global colleagues to manage product registrations, license renewals, and compliance audits.

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Commercial Counsel

Turquoise · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Turquoise

🌎 United States 💵 $160K - $190K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Commercial Counsel will own the end-to-end contracting function and build the legal infrastructure to scale the company's operations. They will serve as the primary legal point of contact for various internal departments and manage regulatory guidance regarding healthcare data and AI.

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Claims Examiner, Auto | Bodily Injury

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process complex auto and commercial transportation bodily injury claims by reviewing coverage and determining liability. Manage the litigation process, coordinate with vendors, and ensure timely resolution of claims within client expectations.

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Regulatory Program Owner, Cash App Investing

Block · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Block

🌎 United States 💵 $103K - $193K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves owning broker-dealer communications reviews and registered person oversight to ensure regulatory obligations are met. Additionally, the owner will integrate AI tools to automate compliance processes and support regulatory examinations and governance activities.

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Paralegal SA

Simera · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Simera

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

The Paralegal will support legal operations by assisting attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and the drafting of legal documents. They are also responsible for maintaining case files, monitoring court deadlines, and communicating with clients and external parties.

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Compliance/Security Officer

Isaac Health · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Isaac Health

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $130K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and manage a comprehensive compliance program ensuring adherence to federal and state laws, including HIPAA and CMS guidelines. Oversee regulatory audits, internal investigations, and cybersecurity risk management across the organization.

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Senior Manager Security Compliance

Gainwell Technologies LLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gainwell Technologies LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $122K - $174K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee a region of security compliance advisors serving state-based healthcare customers in a HIPAA regulated environment. Act as a subject matter expert for audit management, specifically focusing on SOC 1, SOC 2, and NIST 800-53 standards.

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ASCIP Liability Desk Adjuster

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $120K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage complex liability claims involving public entities, employment practices, and childhood sexual assault. This includes evaluating coverage, managing defense counsel in litigation, and formulating resolution plans to minimize indemnity leakage.

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Claims Examiner, Commercial Trucking | Bodily Injury | Remote

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $85000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process complex commercial trucking and 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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Claims Follow Up Rep TC

Brown Medicine · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Brown Medicine

🌎 United States 💵 $19.97 - $32.96 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Perform clerical duties to process patient bills and follow up on third-party claims to ensure timely reimbursement. Analyze claim denials, submit appeals, and maintain accurate patient demographic and insurance data.

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Claims Consultant - Management Specialty Lines

Nationwide · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Nationwide

🌎 United States 💵 $108K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate, evaluate, and negotiate complex litigated and non-litigated insurance claims for management liability and specialty lines. Collaborate with business partners and underwriters to provide insight on policy wording and claim trends.

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Commercial Counsel

Outreach · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Outreach

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $145K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves negotiating and drafting customer-facing commercial SaaS agreements, including MSAs, NDAs, and DPAs. It also requires partnering with Sales and Revenue Operations to optimize contract workflows and ensure compliance with global data privacy laws.

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Director, Legal - Data and Content

AlphaSense · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

AlphaSense

🌎 United States 💵 $220K - $240K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the data and content legal function by drafting and negotiating complex commercial licensing and distribution agreements. Manage a small team and provide strategic legal guidance to senior executives and cross-functional partners.

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Claims Manager

UnityPoint Health · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

UnityPoint Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Manager coordinates investigations of potential claims and evaluates liability exposure across professional, general, and employment liability occurrences. They are responsible for managing claims data, supporting litigation discovery, and coordinating insurance renewal applications.

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Managing Counsel, Allegiance (VP – Head of Legal & Compliance)

The Cigna Group · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

The Cigna Group

🌎 United States 💵 $171K - $286K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Serves as the senior legal and compliance leader for the Allegiance business, providing strategic counsel to executive leadership. Oversees regulatory inquiries, complex contract negotiations, and the enhancement of the compliance program including HIPAA and URAC standards.

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Director, Global Regulatory Labeling Strategy

Takeda · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Takeda

🌎 United States 💵 $177K - $278K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the development and implementation of global labeling content and strategies for multiple drug products across various development stages. Manage cross-functional teams and interface with senior management to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment of labeling documents like CCDS, USPI, and EU SmPC.

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WC Lost Time - Sr Consultant Casualty Claims - Southwest

The Hanover Insurance Group · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

The Hanover Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage moderate to complex, high-value casualty claims and lead thorough investigations to ensure optimal resolution. Coordinate with legal counsel and internal stakeholders while mentoring junior claim handlers on compliance and litigation processes.

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WC Lost Time - Sr Consultant Casualty Claims - Southwest

The Hanover Insurance Group · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

The Hanover Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage moderate to complex, high-value casualty claims independently while ensuring thorough analysis and resolution. Lead investigations, manage litigation, and mentor junior claim handlers to maintain company and regulatory standards.

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Associate General Counsel, Regulatory

Carrot · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Carrot

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $212K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Serve as the lead ERISA and employee benefits attorney, providing legal guidance on plan designs, claims processing, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate legal risks and manage outside counsel for regulatory matters.

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Legal Operations Manager - 11525

Coupa Software, Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Coupa Software, Inc.

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

The Legal Operations Manager will scale the Legal team's operating model by improving processes, managing legal spend, and implementing technology. They will also oversee compliance, corporate governance, and performance analysis to ensure operational efficiency across a global business.

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Litigation Consultant | Auto | Remote

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 Bermuda, Canada, Germany, United States 💵 $80000 - $85000 per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Handle high-end auto insurance cases involving serious injuries and complex coverage disputes to reach satisfactory resolutions. Develop defense strategies, manage local counsel, and participate in mediations, trials, and hearings.

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