Remote, Contract-based Employment/Litigation Paralegal Opportunity - 20+ Hours/Week!

Thefreelancefirm; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A national freelance legal services provider in Houston is seeking a remote Employment/Litigation Paralegal. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience and involves drafting documents, case management, and client communication. The position offers a pay rate starting at $30/hour with approximately 20 hours of work per week. Ideal candidates are organized and self-starters.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ litigation paralegal experience.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• First-draft drafting of substantive documents.
• Case management and organization.
• Scheduling/filing/client communications.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong organization skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

Overview

Remote, Contract-based Employment/Litigation Paralegal Opportunity – 20+ Hours/Week!

Houston, United States | Posted on 09/29/2025

We are a national network of experienced, high-level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on-demand support for both short-term and long-term legal projects for our client law firms.

We are currently interviewing qualified, experienced, and dedicated Employment and/or Litigation Paralegal candidates.

Responsibilities

• First-draft drafting of substantive documents (MSJ; Responses in Opposition, etc.)
• Case management and organization
• Scheduling / filing / client communications
• Meet deadlines; well-organized and able to work independently as a self-starter

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ litigation paralegal experience
• Remote work hours are approximately 20+ per week
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple tasks

Compensation

Paralegal pay rate starts at $30/hour.

How to apply

Please respond with your resume and we will schedule a short online meeting to answer all of your questions about this opportunity and The Freelance Firm. Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence.