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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Paralegal - TEMPORARY

Envision Healthcare · Full Time, Contract · 17 hours ago

Envision Healthcare

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

The Paralegal will provide support for a wide array of legal matters and direct assistance to attorneys handling corporate or service line functions. This role involves managing various legal tasks and collaborating with the legal team to ensure operational efficiency.

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Law Clerk I

State of Montana · Full Time · 17 hours ago

State of Montana

🌎 Malta, United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The law clerk performs professional legal research and drafts memoranda, opinions, and orders for the judge. They also attend court sessions to record proceedings and assist the judge with jury instructions and case management.

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Voting Rights Staff Attorney

OFICINA LEGAL DEL PUEBLO UNIDO, INC. · Full Time · 17 hours ago

OFICINA LEGAL DEL PUEBLO UNIDO, INC.

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $137K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The staff attorney will litigate cases in state and federal courts while conducting investigations and drafting legal documents. Additionally, they will lead election protection efforts, manage volunteer recruitment, and provide legal counsel to clients and coalition partners.

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Contract Specialist

Fortive · Full Time · 17 hours ago

Fortive

🌎 United States 💵 $51300 - $85700 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Contract Specialist

The Contract Specialist will manage the development, administration, and compliance of contracts throughout their lifecycle. They will coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate documentation and effective contract performance.

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Corporate & Regulatory Counsel- Privacy

MedPro Group · Full Time · 18 hours ago

MedPro Group

🌎 Japan 💵 $125K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Corporate & Regulatory Counsel serves as the primary legal advisor for privacy compliance, managing regulatory requirements and incident response. This role also involves drafting commercial agreements and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement privacy governance frameworks.

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Legal Assistant - Complaints

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP · Full Time · 18 hours ago

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP

🌎 United States 💵 $22 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Legal Assistant

The role involves managing administrative tasks for judicial foreclosures, including drafting complaints and updating case management systems. The assistant will provide support to attorneys and maintain regular communication with clients regarding status updates.

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Claims Operations Associate I

Great American Insurance Group · Full Time · 18 hours ago

Great American Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $18.5 - $25.5 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Operations Associate I is responsible for the setup, processing, and administration of workers' compensation claims. They will also handle customer inquiries, maintain accurate documentation, and collaborate with claims professionals to ensure efficient service.

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English to Spanish - Legal Documentation Translator and Editor

Global Language Strategies · Freelance · 18 hours ago

Global Language Strategies

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

Translate, edit, and transcribe legal documents and audio files from English to Spanish for law enforcement and legal clients. Ensure high-quality output by adhering to style guides, using domain-specific terminology, and certifying the work of other translators.

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Medical Writer, Regulatory (Contract)

Kyverna Therapeutics · Freelance, Contract · 18 hours ago

Kyverna Therapeutics

🌎 United States 💵 $170 - $190 per hour ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal Medical Writer

The medical writer will independently author and finalize complex regulatory documents to support clinical development programs and FDA interactions. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment with regulatory guidelines.

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Claims Representative

UnitedHealth Group · Full Time · 18 hours ago

UnitedHealth Group

🌎 United States 💵 $18 - $32 per hour ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Representative is responsible for reviewing, researching, investigating, and processing healthcare claims to ensure accurate payment and benefit application. They also collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve processing errors and identify trends to improve health outcomes.

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Director, Public Sector Consulting – Regulatory Compliance & Grants

MGO · Full Time · 18 hours ago

MGO

🌎 United States 💵 $175K - $230K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director will lead and grow the Public Sector Consulting practice by providing strategic advisory services in regulatory compliance and grants management. They are responsible for managing complex engagements, driving business development, and mentoring a high-performing consulting team.

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Arbiter/Failed Claims Technician

WellDyne · Full Time · 18 hours ago

WellDyne

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The technician is responsible for updating prescription orders, managing failed claims, and ensuring accurate insurance adjudication. They must also handle prior authorizations and maintain strict adherence to HIPAA confidentiality guidelines.

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Paralegal

ElevenLabs · Full Time · 19 hours ago

ElevenLabs

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

The Paralegal will manage and track various commercial and corporate agreements while ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. They will also maintain corporate records, support contract negotiations, and assist with intellectual property portfolio management.

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Senior Legal Analyst, Product

Indeed · Other · 19 hours ago

Indeed

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $125K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Senior Legal Analyst will serve as the primary escalation point for complex legal reviews and lead high-risk investigations to provide strategic risk assessments. They will also drive systemic efficiency by diagnosing workflow bottlenecks and architecting scalable solutions across cross-functional teams.

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Regulatory Affairs Senior Director - Global Regulatory Leader - Oncology

Amgen · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Amgen

🌎 United States 💵 $215K - $291K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

Lead Global Regulatory Teams to develop and execute comprehensive regulatory strategies for complex oncology programs. Manage regulatory agency interactions, filings, and lifecycle maintenance to ensure global product registration and compliance.

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Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs

Castle Biosciences · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Castle Biosciences

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Executive Director shapes and executes regulatory strategies to support product development, commercialization, and ongoing compliance for molecular diagnostics and medical devices. This role involves navigating complex regulatory landscapes while collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to drive strategic objectives.

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Director, Regulatory Affairs

Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio)

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director of Regulatory Affairs will lead global regulatory strategy for assigned gene therapy programs and manage interactions with health authorities. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality regulatory submissions and compliance throughout the product development lifecycle.

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Auto Adjuster (MMR Claims)

Allstate · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Allstate

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

The Auto Adjuster is responsible for investigating and confirming facts of loss for automobile accidents, including determining coverage, liability, and damages. They manage claim details from start to resolution while identifying customer needs and potential subrogation or fraud.

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Claims Resolution Adjuster II - Remote (AZ)

Allstate · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Allstate

🌎 United States 💵 $50000 - $75050 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Resolution Adjuster investigates automobile accidents involving bodily injury to assess coverage, liability, and damages. They negotiate fair injury settlements while providing exceptional customer service through various communication channels.

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Trust & Estate Attorney (Senior Associate or Senior Counsel level)

Keystone Law Group, P.C. · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Keystone Law Group, P.C.

🌎 United States 💵 $160K - $260K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal Attorney

The senior attorney will independently manage trust and estate litigation matters, including drafting legal documents and representing clients in hearings and trials. They are also responsible for handling conservatorship, guardianship, and probate administration proceedings from initiation to conclusion.

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Director of Clinical Compliance

Eleanor Health · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Eleanor Health

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Director of Clinical Compliance will oversee facility licensure, accreditation, and incident management across a national footprint. They will serve as a strategic partner to leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and proactive risk mitigation.

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Compliance Manager

Plan USA · Full Time · 19 hours ago

Plan USA

🌎 United States 💵 $76079 - $98903 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal Compliance Manager

The Compliance Manager oversees core compliance operations, including regulatory filings, policy management, and data privacy. They serve as a central coordinator for internal teams and external partners to ensure the organization meets legal, ethical, and safeguarding obligations.

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Epic Analyst - PB Claims

BETTERHEALTH A PLANNED PARENTHOOD PARTNERSHIP · Full Time · 20 hours ago

BETTERHEALTH A PLANNED PARENTHOOD PARTNERSHIP

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $93000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Epic Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the Epic Resolute Professional Billing Claims and Electronic Remittance application. They collaborate with affiliates to translate operational needs into system configurations while providing ongoing technical support and troubleshooting.

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Commercial Counsel - India

ElevenLabs · Full Time · 20 hours ago

ElevenLabs

🌎 India ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with a focus on GTM and sales transactions in India. Partner with cross-functional teams to provide pragmatic legal advice while navigating evolving AI and technology regulatory frameworks.

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Information Assurance (IA) / RMF Compliance Specialist

Peraton · Full Time · 20 hours ago

Peraton

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $128K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The specialist will manage RMF compliance, maintain system security plans, and support the Authority to Operate lifecycle for the DoD's ICAM platform. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cyber hardening and ensure adherence to federal security requirements.

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Claims Operations Associate II

Great American Insurance Group · Full Time · 20 hours ago

Great American Insurance Group

🌎 United States 💵 $20 - $27 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Claims Operations Associate II provides operational and administrative support to workers' compensation adjusters by managing claim files and processing transactions. They also handle correspondence, customer inquiries, and documentation to ensure efficient claim handling.

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Associate Director - Ethics & Compliance / Post Government Employment and COI Review (Remote)

RTX · Full Time · 20 hours ago

RTX

🌎 United States 💵 $157K - $298K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Associate Director will lead conflict of interest and post-government employment review programs while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership. They will collaborate across functional teams to drive a proactive, values-based culture of compliance and integrity throughout the global enterprise.

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Compliance Lead (Pharmacy)

Humana · Full Time · 20 hours ago

Humana

🌎 United States 💵 $115K - $158K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Compliance Lead develops and implements pharmacy compliance policies for Medicare programs while overseeing performance monitoring and risk assessments. They collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and manage relationships with government agencies and external partners.

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Associate General Counsel, Employment

Public Partnerships | PPL · Full Time · 20 hours ago

Public Partnerships | PPL

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $215K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal General Counsel

The Associate General Counsel provides comprehensive legal guidance on labor and employment matters while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Medicaid-specific regulations. They manage litigation, draft employment policies, and advise executive leadership on workforce management and risk mitigation strategies.

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Head of Compliance

Step · Full Time · 20 hours ago

Step

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Legal

The Head of Compliance will lead and scale the compliance program, ensuring all products and operations adhere to banking, lending, and payment regulations. They will serve as the primary point of contact for regulators and partner banks while driving compliance strategy across the organization.

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