Remote Paralegal - Contracts, IP & Governance

Pirate Ship; Maryland City (MD); Remote; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Parental leave

Home office stipend

Remote stipends

Virtual tacos program

Job summary

Pirate Ship is seeking a Paralegal to support the General Counsel with contracts, IP management, compliance, and governance in a fast-paced, remote-first team. The role blends administrative and legal work to keep the company’s legal affairs shipshape.

We value strong legal research, drafting proficiency, and the ability to collaborate across departments. The position offers a flexible, remote environment with generous benefits including holidays, insurance, and home office support.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in tech or law firm.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in legal document drafting and review.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and legal research tools and project management tools.
• Paralegal will be required to travel domestically on periodic business meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and revising contracts and other legal documents; maintain organized document management.
• Conduct legal research on regulatory compliance, IP, and commercial law; monitor legislative changes.
• Assist in managing IP portfolio including filings, renewals, and enforcement actions.
• Assist in corporate governance matters and maintain records; support policy development and training.
• Provide administrative support to General Counsel and coordinate cross-functionally.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Legal research tools

Project management tools

Job description

Pirate Ship is seeking a Paralegal to support the General Counsel with contracts, IP management, compliance, and governance in a fast-paced, remote-first team. The role blends administrative and legal work to keep the company’s legal affairs shipshape.

We value strong legal research, drafting proficiency, and the ability to collaborate across departments. The position offers a flexible, remote environment with generous benefits including holidays, insurance, and home office support.