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)

Territory-Based Occupancy Compliance Scout

FAR Inspections · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

FAR Inspections

🌎 United States 💵 $25 - $35 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Perform residential occupancy verifications through brief exterior visits to confirm property status. Capture photos and submit reports using mobile applications.

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Personal Injury Attorney

Berry Law Firm · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Berry Law Firm

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

Lead personal injury cases from intake through resolution, including conducting investigations and drafting legal pleadings. Represent clients at trial and negotiate strategically with insurance companies to maximize client outcomes.

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Personal Injury Attorney

Berry Law Firm · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Berry Law Firm

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

Lead personal injury cases from intake through resolution or trial, including conducting investigations and drafting legal briefs. Negotiate with insurance companies and represent clients in court to maximize outcomes.

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Personal Injury Attorney

Berry Law Firm · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Berry Law Firm

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

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Personal Injury Attorney

Berry Law Firm · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Berry Law Firm

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

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Workers Compensation Claims Examiner | NY Jurisdiction | NY Licensing | Remote

Sedgwick · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $85000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process Workers Compensation lost-time claims to determine benefits and ensure timely resolution. This includes negotiating settlements, investigating claim exposure, and communicating activity to claimants and clients.

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Litigation Lead, Regulatory Healthcare Consulting

Ascendient Healthcare Advisors · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Ascendient Healthcare Advisors

🌎 United States 💵 $155K - $196K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

You will lead CON litigation engagements as the firm’s expert witness, working directly with client attorneys to build case strategy and develop evidence. You will also prepare for and give deposition testimony as required and mentor the firm’s Opposition Lead.

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Medicare Supplement Large Loss, Complex Claims Reinsurance Specialist

Gen Re Corporation · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gen Re Corporation

🌎 United States 💵 $91000 - $152K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Adjudicate high-value and complex Medicare Supplement claims while conducting reinsurance audits to ensure financial integrity. Develop training programs for claims staff and monitor emerging regulatory trends to optimize operational workflows.

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Attorney

Acentra Health, LLC · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Acentra Health, LLC

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

The In-House Counsel provides legal support across the organization, focusing on contracting, compliance, risk management, and corporate governance. This role partners with internal stakeholders to integrate legal considerations into business decisions and manages various legal agreements and regulatory research.

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Compliance Analyst - Branch Exams

Cetera · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Cetera

🌎 United States 💵 $64000 - $94000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Conduct audits of brokerage and advisory branch offices to ensure compliance with FINRA, SEC, and state regulatory requirements. Prepare detailed reports and collaborate with leadership teams to streamline audit processes and efficiencies.

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Cyber Risk & Compliance Specialist

WiredPeople, Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

WiredPeople, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Drive ATO readiness and control implementation across NIST 800-53, CMMC, and SOC 2 frameworks. Manage security documentation, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring while collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed compliance into workflows.

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Legal Director, Corporate and Capital Markets

Tala · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Tala

🌎 United States 💵 $210K - $250K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide expert legal guidance on global capital markets transactions, including debt financing and asset-based facilities. Manage corporate governance, board administration, and complex commercial contracts to support strategic growth.

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Cross-Border Employment Attorney

Ogletree Deakins · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Ogletree Deakins

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Employment Attorney

Advise multinational companies on a full range of international labor and employment issues affecting global workforces. Design risk-based and practical legal solutions for complex situations where multiple conflicting laws may apply.

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ClientTeam Counsel

Ogletree Deakins · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Ogletree Deakins

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The attorney will defend employers in employment litigation and discrimination charges, focusing on insured lawsuits and agency charges. Key tasks include developing defense strategies, drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, and managing discovery activities.

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Director, Associate General Counsel, Partnerships and Technology

Tubi · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Tubi

🌎 United States 💵 $212K - $295K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Structure, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS and platform distribution contracts. Provide strategic legal guidance to internal business development teams to balance business objectives with risk mitigation.

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APD Claims Team Lead, Courier Delivery

Reserv · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Reserv

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and support a team of claims adjusters specializing in commercial transportation and courier delivery. Balance management duties with individual claim handling while leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency.

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APD Claims Manager, Courier Delivery

Reserv · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Reserv

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the Commercial Transportation and Courier claims adjusting staff while balancing management and individual contributor duties. Implement best practices for claim intake, investigation, and settlement while providing metrics and reports to clients.

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BI Claims Team Lead, Courier Delivery

Reserv · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Reserv

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

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BI Claims Manager, Courier Delivery

Reserv · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Reserv

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and support the Commercial Transportation and Courier claims adjusting staff while balancing management and individual contributor duties. Implement best practices for claim intake, investigation, and settlement while leveraging technology to drive operational efficiency.

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Regulatory Compliance Principal

Aireon · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Aireon

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for ensuring Aireon's continued certification and compliance with EASA regulations, specifically EU 2017/373 and Part-IS. This includes managing compliance documentation in JIRA, conducting safety audits, and representing the company in regulatory forums.

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Counsel, Edupreneur Resource Center (ERC)

Stand Together · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Stand Together

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop scalable legal resources, guides, and toolkits to help education entrepreneurs navigate regulatory frameworks. Provide practical legal guidance and support strategic litigation and policy efforts to expand educational entrepreneurship.

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Commercial Counsel

Cohere Health · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Cohere Health

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $190K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead commercial contracting efforts by drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements, including SaaS and enterprise customer contracts. Provide legal guidance to internal stakeholders to support product offerings and mitigate risks while scaling the business internationally.

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U.S. Fall Legal Internship

EarthRights International · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

EarthRights International

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Legal interns provide research, writing, and program support for global activities and litigation phases. They also assist in developing new cases and monitoring developments in human rights and environmental law.

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Senior Commercial Counsel

Array · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Array

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

Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex commercial agreements and strategic partnerships to support business growth. Partner with cross-functional teams to provide pragmatic legal guidance on product initiatives and regulatory requirements.

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Attorney (Texas Litigation)

Kelley Kronenberg · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Kelley Kronenberg

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

Manage a high-volume caseload of complex General Liability and First-Party Property litigation from inception through trial or settlement. This includes drafting pleadings, representing clients in court, and negotiating favorable settlements.

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Workers Compensation Claims Supervisor - NY

Gallagher · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Gallagher

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Supervise a Workers Compensation claims team to ensure high-quality service and adherence to best practices. Manage adjuster hiring, training, and workloads while maintaining professional communication with clients, carriers, and brokers.

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Counsel | Remote

Allianz Insurance · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Allianz Insurance

🌎 United States 💵 $140K - $210K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Counsel provides legal support for prospective reinsurance business, including the preparation and negotiation of term sheets and contracts. They also manage governance approval processes and provide regulatory advice to underwriting teams and executive management.

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Senior Casualty Claims Resolution Specialist - Complex - Central/Southwest Region

Liberty Mutual Insurance · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Liberty Mutual Insurance

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $157K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of complex and catastrophic auto and homeowner's casualty claims. Collaborate with trial counsel to drive litigation strategy and attend mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

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Corporate Attorney - Contracts

Hydra Host · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Hydra Host

🌎 United States 💵 $175K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Manage, negotiate, and oversee complex commercial, vendor, and partnership agreements across global operations. Provide legal advice on risk mitigation, compliance, and contract interpretation to internal stakeholders.

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Deputy General Counsel

Harbor · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Harbor

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

Lead and scale the global legal function, serving as a strategic advisor to the CEO, Board, and executive leadership. Oversee high-volume commercial contracting, M&A transactions, employment law, and enterprise risk management.

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