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.

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Compliance Audit Specialist

Elmington Property Management · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Elmington Property Management

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role supports the Compliance Department by conducting audits, reviewing documentation, and monitoring corrective action plans to ensure adherence to affordable housing programs. It involves partnering with site teams and corporate departments to maintain regulatory standards and operational excellence.

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Consultor SAP GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) - 2812

Xideral · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Xideral

🌎 Mexico ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage SAP user access governance and design authorizations across S/4HANA and Fiori environments. Administer SAP GRC Access Control processes, including risk analysis, mitigation reviews, and compliance assessments.

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Workers' Compensation Claims Coordinator

Select Medical · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Select Medical

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Oversee workers' compensation claims management and financial outcomes in partnership with HR and insurance carriers. Develop tools and metrics for injury prevention while driving improvements in safety policies and procedures.

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Claims Research Specialist

CLAIMS MANAGEMENT RESOURCES INC · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

CLAIMS MANAGEMENT RESOURCES INC

🌎 Worldwide 💵 $13 - $15 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Process utility property and damage claims by verifying data accuracy and researching information to determine the correct billing party. Communicate professionally with clients and responsible parties via email and telephone while recording data in customized software.

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Senior Regulatory Medical Writer, Client-embedded, FSP

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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

The Senior Medical Writer authors routine and complex clinical regulatory documents, including study reports, protocols, and INDs. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure document accuracy and mentor junior medical writers to maintain high-quality deliverables.

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Legal Counsel (Expansion & Licensing)

JustMarkets · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JustMarkets

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Lead the end-to-end process of securing financial and crypto licenses across global jurisdictions to support company expansion. Manage corporate account openings with banks and PSPs while drafting complex international contracts and managing legal risks.

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Associate Director, Security & Compliance (US)

Code and Theory · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Code and Theory

🌎 United States 💵 $140K - $175K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the security, privacy, and compliance programs for SaaS products and client agency projects. This includes managing audit readiness for SOC 2 and ISO standards, overseeing privacy governance, and establishing security patterns for delivery teams.

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

The Compliance Officer ensures moving and cleaning operations adhere to federal and state-specific regulations, specifically FMCSA laws. They are responsible for managing legal documentation, auditing contractor statuses, and developing compliance protocols for various territories.

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

The Compliance Officer ensures moving and cleaning operations adhere to federal and state regulations, specifically FMCSA laws. They are responsible for managing legal documentation, auditing contractor statuses, and developing compliance protocols.

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

The Compliance Officer ensures all moving and cleaning operations adhere to federal and state-specific regulations, specifically FMCSA laws. They are responsible for managing legal documentation, auditing contractor statuses, and developing compliance protocols for various territories.

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Compliance Officer

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

JULIAN EIAN JUEL MOVING AND CLEANIN

🌎 United States 💵 $35 - $50 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Officer

The Compliance Officer ensures all moving and cleaning operations adhere to federal and state-specific regulations, specifically FMCSA laws. Responsibilities include managing legal documentation, auditing contractor statuses, and developing compliance protocols for various territories.

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Senior SNF Regulatory Consultant

Polaris · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Polaris

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $110K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Serve as a regulatory and operational advisor for skilled nursing and assisted living providers by monitoring industry trends and reimbursement updates. Develop educational content, deliver webinars, and provide direct guidance to clients via the Solution Center.

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Commercial Counsel, Healthcare

Cadence Solutions · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Cadence Solutions

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $220K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage the full lifecycle of commercial contracts with health systems and vendors, including drafting, negotiating, and closing agreements. Advise internal stakeholders on healthcare regulatory considerations and develop contracting playbooks to scale operations.

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Legal Counsel

Orcrist Technologies · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Orcrist Technologies

🌎 Germany ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Counsel

Establish and lead the end-to-end legal function, managing commercial contracts, compliance, and corporate governance. Provide legal advice on IT law, data protection, and regulatory requirements for public sector and defense clients.

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PCI Compliance Specialist, PDS Program

VikingCloud · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

VikingCloud

🌎 United States 💵 $16 - $18 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide omni-channel customer support to guide users through the PCI-DSS compliance process and troubleshoot the online platform. Ensure first-contact resolution and document all interactions accurately in internal systems.

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PCI Compliance Specialist, PDS Program

VikingCloud · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

VikingCloud

🌎 United States 💵 $16 - $18 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide omni-channel customer support to guide users through the PCI-DSS compliance process and troubleshoot the online platform. Ensure first-contact resolution and maintain accurate documentation of all customer interactions.

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Data Security Compliance Director

Syllo · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Syllo

🌎 United States 💵 $140K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Own the company's certification programs, including ISO 27001 and SOC 2, and manage vendor security relationships. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement technical controls and represent the security posture during enterprise sales conversations.

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Senior Scientist, Global Regulatory Lead

Elanco · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Elanco

🌎 United States 💵 $118K - $197K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead the global regulatory strategy for novel farm and companion animal products, focusing on successful submissions to the FDA's CVM and EMA. Act as the primary regulatory expert on cross-functional teams to guide product development and manage agency negotiations.

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Clinical & Regulatory Affairs

Anteris Technologies · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Anteris Technologies

🌎 Switzerland, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Support clinical research, physician engagement, and global regulatory strategies to advance breakthrough cardiac therapies. Manage the development and commercialization of biomimetic TAVR valves and anti-calcification technologies.

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Legal Expert — Reviewer

Vetto · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Vetto

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Review and improve real-world legal scenarios used to train AI assistants. Identify flawed reasoning, jurisdictional inaccuracies, and procedural gaps to upgrade the quality of legal judgment tests.

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Clinical Contracts Analyst (REMOTE)

Teleflex · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Teleflex

🌎 United States 💵 $79400 - $119K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Develop and negotiate contracts and budgets for clinical trials while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Manage the full lifecycle of contracts and process clinical trial payments for investigators and vendors.

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Auto Total Loss - Claims Manager

Level · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Level

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage a team reviewing and resolving automotive total loss claims while overseeing key customer accounts. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to optimize settlement outcomes and refine technology based on real-world data.

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Debt Capital Markets Attorney

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 United States 💵 $104K - $325K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The role involves drafting and negotiating bond offering documents, indentures, and covenant packages for high-yield and international debt offerings. The attorney will provide legal guidance on U.S. securities law and SEC regulations while collaborating with issuers and underwriters.

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Market Access Lawyer - Healthcare/Life Sciences

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 United States 💵 $104K - $325K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide legal and compliance advice on market access, pricing, and reimbursement strategies for pharmaceutical and biologic products. Draft and negotiate various market access agreements while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws.

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FDA Regulatory Attorney – Class III IVD / Companion Diagnostics

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 United States 💵 $104K - $325K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

Lead FDA regulatory strategy and execution for Class III PMA IVDs and companion diagnostics, serving as the primary interface with the FDA/CDRH. Manage complex submissions including Modular PMAs and Q-Subs while advising on pre- and post-approval requirements.

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Commercial Counsel

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide commercial legal advice to internal stakeholders and manage the drafting and negotiation of supplier and commercial contracts. Support regulatory and marketing compliance while maintaining collaborative relationships across business teams.

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Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 United Kingdom ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial contracts including licensing, clinical trial, and manufacturing agreements. Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice to corporate clients within a fast-paced environment.

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Insurance Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 United Kingdom ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves drafting and reviewing insurance policies and contracts to ensure legal compliance and protect client interests. The lawyer will provide expert advice on coverage issues and claims management while collaborating with underwriters and claims handlers.

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