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)

Claims Director, Casualty (Remote, US)

Openly · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Openly

🌎 United States 💵 $145K - $241K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Design, implement, and lead the Auto Casualty and Property Liability claims teams to optimize efficiency and policyholder satisfaction. This includes building claims infrastructure, managing vendor relationships, and establishing operational metrics for data-driven decision-making.

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Contract Attorney -- Solar & Energy (Temporary)

SMA America · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

SMA America

🌎 United States 💵 $140 - $160 per hour ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Attorney

Provide interim legal support focusing on procurement, OEM, and distributor contracts within the solar and energy sector. The role involves drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with legal and corporate policies.

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Production Attorney

Zwicker & Associates, P.C. · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $225K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Production Attorney manages a high-volume portfolio of active litigation by reviewing and approving legal documents and pleadings. They are responsible for evaluating case merits, assessing risk, and ensuring strict compliance with court and client requirements.

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Production Attorney

Zwicker & Associates, P.C. · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $225K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Production Attorney manages a high-volume portfolio by reviewing and approving legal documents and pleadings to support active litigation. They are responsible for updating case statuses in proprietary software and ensuring strict compliance with court and client requirements.

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Production Attorney

Zwicker & Associates, P.C. · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $225K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Production Attorney manages a high-volume portfolio by reviewing and approving legal documents and pleadings to support active litigation. They are responsible for evaluating case merits, assessing risk, and ensuring compliance with court and client procedures.

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Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Indiana Farmers Insurance · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Indiana Farmers Insurance

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The specialist will monitor regulatory developments and identify emerging compliance risks to strengthen the organization's regulatory readiness. They will partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate remediation efforts and provide guidance during audits and regulatory inquiries.

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Government Contracts and Compliance Specialist

Management Solutions LLC · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Management Solutions LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Administer the full lifecycle of U.S. Government contracts and subcontracts, including proposal support, pricing, and closeout. Oversee contractor compliance, security requirements for DOD and DOE, and CMMC compliance activities.

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COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST-Inpatient

Duke Health · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Duke Health

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Implement and maintain compliance programs to reduce legal and financial risks through provider education and internal audits. Collaborate with clinical staff to improve documentation and ensure adherence to University, State, and Federal guidelines.

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VP, Claims Agribusiness

Nationwide · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Nationwide

🌎 United States 💵 $225K - $376K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the Agribusiness and Farm Claims organization by developing and executing strategic initiatives to ensure fair and effective claim outcomes. Manage a large team of claims professionals while collaborating with executive leadership to optimize claim costs and service quality.

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Senior Counsel, Commercial Americas

ResMed · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

ResMed

🌎 United States 💵 $178K - $266K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide strategic legal support for commercial transactions, product initiatives, and go-to-market activities involving SaaS, digital health, and medical device offerings. Advise on regulatory compliance, privacy laws, and healthcare fraud and abuse laws while managing commercial disputes.

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Legal Client Manager - Large Law Firms (midwest territory)

Remitly · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Remitly

🌎 Trinidad and Tobago, United States 💵 $119K - $232K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Own and grow a portfolio of large law firm accounts by driving renewals and expansion through consultative, insight-led selling. Partner with senior stakeholders to position AI-enabled workflow platforms and legal research tools as business-critical solutions.

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Vendor Management Contracts Attorney/Professional

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

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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

The role involves drafting, negotiating, and processing a wide variety of vendor contracts, including SaaS and master services agreements. Additionally, the professional will advise internal business lines on contracting policies and assist in monitoring vendor performance.

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Senior Network Contract Manager - Remote

UnitedHealth Group · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

UnitedHealth Group

🌎 United States 💵 $91700 - $163K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Manager

Manage contracts, cost trends, and network growth for Centers of Excellence provider networks through negotiations with academic hospitals and health systems. Execute network strategies to meet client goals and evolve payment methodologies to align with business lines.

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Paralegal, Contracts & Operations

Fieldwire · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Fieldwire

🌎 United States 💵 $85000 - $115K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of commercial contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements with customers and vendors. Support legal operations through CLM administration, procurement activities, and office facilities management.

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Assistant Director-Compliance (Risk Assessment, Testing and Monitoring)

Principal Financial Group · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Principal Financial Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and develop compliance staff while overseeing risk assessments, testing programs, and monitoring activities for PSI and PFD entities. Serve as a primary contact for regulatory compliance, books and records, and operational risk functions.

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Assistant Director-Compliance (Retirement, Securities Product Underwriting & Securities Wholesale Distribution)

Principal Financial Group · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Principal Financial Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and develop compliance staff to provide risk assessments and consultation for securities product underwriting and wholesale distribution. Establish strategic governance and maintain policies to ensure compliance with broker-dealer and investment adviser requirements.

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Analyst, Talent Acquisition Program and Compliance

GXO Logistics · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

GXO Logistics

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves supporting a large recruiting team through administrative tasks, background screening adjudication, and compliance auditing. Key duties include managing demographic data collection and coordinating team projects and events.

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Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial

Yelp, Inc · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Yelp, Inc

🌎 United States 💵 $153K - $287K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

Lead complex, high-stakes technology and business development negotiations, including SaaS and AI licensing agreements. Act as a strategic partner to align legal solutions with business goals while managing risk across cross-functional teams.

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Compliance Analyst - Commercial Automotive Materials

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.

🌎 Trinidad and Tobago, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

The Compliance Analyst coordinates the gathering and validation of material composition data to ensure products meet global regulatory obligations. This includes collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to manage compliance for new and existing automotive and non-automotive product lines.

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Global Business Process Owner Trade Compliance

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

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

Accountable for the design, standardization, and advancement of MedTech's global trade processes using SAP GTS and S/4HANA. The role focuses on reducing compliance risk through automation, real-time screening, and the consolidation of legacy trade tools into a single global instance.

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Legal Content Analyst

Remitly · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Remitly

🌎 United States 💵 $59200 - $98600 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the development and maintenance of Practical Guidance content for the Commercial Transactions practice area to ensure accuracy and relevance. Integrate AI and emerging technologies into editorial workflows to enhance efficiency and customer value.

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Legal Content Analyst

Reed Technology · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Reed Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $59200 - $98600 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the development and maintenance of Practical Guidance content for the Commercial Transactions practice area. This includes monitoring legal developments, updating resources, and integrating AI technologies to improve editorial efficiency.

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Workers Compensation Claims Examiner | Dedicated Client | NY Jurisdiction Knowledge & NY Licensing Required

Sedgwick · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Sedgwick

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Analyze and process lost-time workers compensation 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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Contents Claims Coordinator

Solera · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Solera

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The coordinator manages the triage and handling of complex contents claims to ensure accurate valuation and settlement reports. They collaborate across business units and provide customer support via live chat and hotlines for both commercial and personal lines.

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Senior Packaging Specialist - Sustainability and Compliance (Remote)

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

🌎 United States 💵 $110K - $125K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role focuses on defining and implementing sustainable packaging solutions and managing sustainability data reporting such as EPR and PPWR. It involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop a project pipeline and providing technical expertise to factory operations.

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General Counsel

Huntress · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Huntress

🌎 United States 💵 $360K - $400K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, managing corporate governance, risk, and legal operations to support rapid growth. Lead the company's pathway to public market readiness while managing litigation, privacy compliance, and international expansion frameworks.

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Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Privacy

Delta Dental · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Delta Dental

🌎 United States 💵 $71400 - $149K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Lead complex regulatory and compliance initiatives focusing on privacy laws and data protection regulations like HIPAA and CCPA. Monitor legislative developments and provide strategic guidance to internal stakeholders to reduce enterprise risk.

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Vice President Regulatory Affairs, Oncology (Drug)

Syncromune · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Syncromune

🌎 United States 💵 $345K - $375K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the design and execution of global regulatory strategies for oncology drug development programs from preclinical stages through BLA submission. Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership and the primary liaison with health authorities like the FDA and EMA.

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Director, Governance Risk and Compliance

Blackboard · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Blackboard

🌎 United States 💵 $154K - $209K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the assessment of information confidentiality, integrity, and availability through the global Information Security Management System. Manage risk assessments, compliance audits, and the translation of complex regulatory frameworks into practical security controls.

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Vice President, General Counsel

Berkley · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Berkley

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

The VP, General Counsel oversees all legal matters for Berkley Embedded Solutions and Berkley One, focusing on consumer-facing issues, commercial contracting, and regulatory compliance. This role serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership while managing day-to-day legal operations and internal governance.

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