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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Director of Legal, The States Project

Future Now · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Future Now

🌎 Worldwide 💵 $132K - $150K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director of Legal manages day-to-day legal operations and ensures compliance regarding nonprofit tax, campaign finance, and ethics laws. They are responsible for creating legal guidance, delivering staff trainings, and reviewing contracts for The States Project.

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Administrative Legal Assistant

Wolfsdorf Rosenthal · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Wolfsdorf Rosenthal

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $75000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

The Administrative Legal Assistant provides administrative support to Attorneys and Partners, including scheduling, document drafting, and CRM updates. They are also responsible for document management, data entry, and assisting with special administrative projects.

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Compliance Analyst

Array · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Array

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Analyst

Support and enhance the Company's Compliance Management Program by reviewing marketing materials and products to mitigate regulatory risk. Partner with cross-functional teams to conduct monitoring, testing, and consumer complaint investigations.

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Risk and Compliance Manager

MQ Referrals Only · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

MQ Referrals Only

🌎 Canada 💵 113K - 142K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Manager

Manage the formal review process for external customer marketing content to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide compliance advisory support to various departments throughout product and campaign lifecycles while monitoring industry trends.

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PCI Compliance Specialist

Conduent · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Conduent

🌎 United States 💵 $110K - $143K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role serves as the operational backbone for PCI compliance, managing evidence collection and control monitoring for assigned business units. It involves maintaining audit-ready repositories and coordinating the annual recertification process to ensure continuous compliance.

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Corporate Counsel

Smartsheet · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Smartsheet

🌎 United States 💵 $115K - $152K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Corporate Counsel

Negotiate and draft commercial agreements, including SaaS and professional services contracts, to support sales and procurement. Provide strategic legal advice globally and manage software channel partner programs and compliance.

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Regulatory Consulting Associate

Milliman · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Milliman

🌎 United States 💵 $65200 - $119K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Responsible for preparing plan documents, amendments, resolutions, and required IRS/DOL filings for the Defined Contributions team. Provides research and consulting support on regulatory, legislative, and compliance items.

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Compliance Coordinator

Frasco Inc · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Frasco Inc

🌎 United States 💵 $25 - $35 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Coordinator ensures the company adheres to regulations regarding private investigator licenses, driver licenses, and auto insurance. Responsibilities include maintaining licensing databases, monitoring expiration dates, and handling administrative office tasks.

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Attorney

Interra Health · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Interra Health

🌎 United States 💵 $127K - $170K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The Attorney will execute level-one legal work, including BAAs and standard commercial contracts, while designing and managing the legal operations infrastructure. They will also drive AI adoption within the legal function and maintain KPI dashboards to track team throughput.

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Compliance Due Diligence Specialist

Nebius · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Nebius

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $120K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Execute day-to-day due diligence assessments and risk scoring for third parties to improve the TPRM framework. Coordinate screenings for sanctions and PEPs while maintaining the Third-Party Risk Register and escalating red flags.

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Of Counsel Probate Attorney

The Staff Pad · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

The Staff Pad

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

Manage probate and estate administration matters from inception to resolution, including representing clients in court hearings. Provide legal counsel to executors, trustees, and beneficiaries while ensuring compliance with New Mexico laws.

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Senior Paralegal

CVS Health · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

CVS Health

🌎 United States 💵 $31.2 - $76.26 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

The Senior Paralegal provides primary legal support to the Trade Legal group by drafting, red-lining, and preparing contract documents for pharmaceutical manufacturer agreements. They are responsible for ensuring all contracts align with business strategies and regulatory requirements while managing multiple complex agreements simultaneously.

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PNW Pace Quality and Compliance Coordinator

MultiCare Health System · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

MultiCare Health System

🌎 United States 💵 $24.83 - $35.71 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Coordinates routine operations and provides administrative support for the Compliance, Privacy, and Civil Rights Department. Ensures the enforcement and monitoring of compliance across business units while promoting ethical behavior.

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PIP/Med Pay Claims Associate

Allstate · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $53500 - $117K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate and confirm facts of loss for advanced automobile accidents to determine coverage, liability, and damages. Negotiate claims within authority limits and identify potential fraud or subrogation opportunities.

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Clinical Operation Specialist (Sponsor dedicated) - At least 1 year of experience in regulatory and submissions to INVIMA - Bogota, Colombia Client Based

Syneos Health · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Syneos Health

🌎 Colombia ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provides clerical, administrative, and technical support to clinical operations business units. Responsibilities include managing the Trial Master File, coordinating site supplies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and protocols.

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Contract Specialist I

Dayforce · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Dayforce

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

Provide contract management support to Sales organizations by preparing customer contracts and amendments using established templates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract alignment with business objectives and handle basic contract administration inquiries.

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Contract Specialist I

Dayforce · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Dayforce

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

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Manager, Security GRC - Compliance Onboarding & Readiness

HubSpot · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

HubSpot

🌎 United States 💵 $146K - $233K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead and mentor a GRC team while acting as a hands-on contributor to design and execute proactive security controls. Drive the operationalization of compliance onboarding and high-risk control testing to move toward continuous automated assurance.

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Bilingual Paralegal (English/Spanish)

Rivas & Associates PLLC · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Rivas & Associates PLLC

🌎 Colombia, Mexico, United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal Paralegal

Support the Litigation Department by managing a non-detained docket and preparing filings for asylum and withholding of removal cases. Handle client intake and communication in both English and Spanish while coordinating evidence and hearing logistics.

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Manager, Regulatory Lead (Remote)

Alfasigma · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Alfasigma

🌎 United States 💵 $130K - $165K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The role involves developing and implementing regional regulatory strategies for low-complexity programs and single assets. It also provides regulatory support for clinical study start-up, execution, and the review of study documents to ensure compliance.

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Director, E&S General Liability Claims

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $125K - $155K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Manage a team of claims professionals handling Excess and Surplus Lines General Liability claims, focusing on technical development and quality resolution. Oversee all aspects of the claims process including investigation, reserving, litigation management, and settlement while ensuring excellent customer service.

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Claims Investigator - Full Time

CoventBridge Group · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

CoventBridge Group

🌎 United States 💵 $26 - $30 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Conduct complex field investigations across various claim types to uncover facts and document findings. Deliver professional, client-ready investigative summaries and reports while managing billable hour expectations.

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Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Cardinal Health · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Cardinal Health

🌎 United States 💵 $68500 - $88020 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Collaborate with regional partners to establish international regulatory strategies and ensure timely execution of product development projects. Maintain regulatory data and support global product registrations, specifically focusing on STEDs and medical device regulations.

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PIP/Med Pay Claims Associate

Allstate · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $53500 - $117K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Investigate and confirm facts of loss for advanced automobile accidents to determine coverage, liability, and damages. Negotiate and adjust claims within the limit of authority while identifying potential fraud or subrogation.

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Managing Counsel DACHF – Wind (m/f/d)

GE Vernova · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

GE Vernova

🌎 Germany ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Provide strategic legal advice and lead compliance strategy for the Wind segment across the DACH region and France. Manage legal risks for large-scale projects, including the negotiation and execution of complex commercial agreements.

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Medical Devices & IVD)

Expedock · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Expedock

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The specialist will author technical documentation and submissions for EU MDR, UKCA, and FDA frameworks while managing ISO 13485-compliant Quality Management Systems. They are also responsible for conducting regulatory gap analyses, managing risk documentation, and handling agency queries from Notified Bodies and the FDA.

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Senior Epidemiologist, Inflammation, RWE & Regulatory Strategy (FSP Sponsor Dedicated)

IQVIA · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

IQVIA

🌎 United States 💵 $109K - $273K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Design and execute real-world evidence studies to inform clinical development strategy and address regulatory safety questions for Phase 2 and 3 programs. Provide scientific oversight for complex observational research using commercial real-world data platforms.

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SVP, Claims – Commercial and E&S/Specialty

Nationwide · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Nationwide

🌎 United States 💵 $275K - $458K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The SVP is responsible for the overall claims execution and transformation strategy for Commercial and Excess/Surplus & Specialty lines of business. This includes overseeing casualty, property, and financial lines claims while driving operational efficiency and customer value.

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Claims Examiner, Auto | Bodily Injury

Sedgwick · Full Time · 4 Days 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 industry best practices.

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Litigation Career Associate - E-Discovery

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · Full Time · 4 Days Ago

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The associate will provide general case team support for complex civil litigation, focusing on e-discovery and project management. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents and preparing for depositions and trials.

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