Contract Legal Assistant / Paralegal

LHH; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking experienced Legal Assistants and Paralegals for contract opportunities in California. Remote work is available with pay ranging from $30 to $50 per hour. The roles require strong organizational and communication skills, plus experience in legal document preparation and filing.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of legal support experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments within law firms or corporate legal departments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, or related role.
• Bachelor Degree required; Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting attorneys in law firms or corporate legal departments.
• Excellent organizational and deadline management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, legal teams, and stakeholders.
• Draft, revise, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Manage calendars, deadlines, court dates, and case/matter files.
• Assist with document management, record organization, and e-filing.
• Coordinate meetings, client communications, and legal team activities.
• Support contract administration, corporate governance, discovery, or litigation as assigned.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with procedures and deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal document management systems

Job description

Location: Remote, CA

Compensation: $30 - $50/hr.

Employment Type: Contract

LHH is actively seeking experienced Legal Assistants and Paralegals for ongoing and upcoming contract opportunities with law firms and corporate legal departments throughout California. These positions are ideal for legal professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and bring strong organizational, communication, and legal support skills.

We are continually partnering with clients seeking talented legal support professionals across a variety of practice areas and industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, legal teams, and business stakeholders
• Draft, revise, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• Manage calendars, deadlines, court dates, and case or matter files
• Assist with document management, record organization, and electronic filing systems
• Coordinate meetings, client communications, and legal team activities
• Support contract administration, corporate governance, discovery, or litigation activities, depending on assignment
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal procedures and deadlines
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and cross-functional business teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, or related legal support professional
• Bachelor Degree
• Experience supporting attorneys within a law firm and/or corporate legal department
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to new environments and assignments
• Experience with litigation support, corporate legal support, contracts, calendaring, filings, or document management strongly preferred

Preferred Experience

• Candidates may have experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Litigation
  • Corporate Law
  • Commercial Contracts
  • Employment Law
  • Real Estate
  • Insurance Defense
  • Labor & Employment
  • General Legal Support
• Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to LHH | Privacy Policy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Pay Details: $30.00 to $50.00 per hour

Search managed by: Roxane Pizarro

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.