JR Paralegal (JRP) is a boutique, virtual paralegal and legal operations support agency providing experienced, reliable legal support to attorneys and law firms across multiple practice areas and jurisdictions. We operate as a seamless extension of our clients' firms, offering flexible, remote-based paralegal services without the overhead of in-house staffing. We prioritize quality work, autonomy, professionalism, and long-term attorney relationships.
About the Role
This is a 1099 independent contractor position. New contractors begin with a mandatory onboarding period focused on administrative and paralegal support duties at approximately 5 hours per week. This applies whether you are joining for hourly work or flat fee project work. The onboarding period can be scheduled around evenings and weekends to accommodate your current commitments.
This role supports attorneys across a wide range of practice areas.
Hours & Scheduling
This role is fully flexible. You set your availability, and we match you with a client or assignment that fits. There is no one-size-fits-all schedule here. Whether you prefer ongoing assignments, limited hourly availability, or project-based drafting with a defined turnaround window, we want to understand what type of work arrangement fits you best.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities may include:
- Drafting and formatting family law pleadings, motions, financial statements, discovery requests/responses, and other case documents
- Assisting with divorce, custody, child support, modification, contempt, and related family law matters
- Managing deadlines, calendars, client follow-ups, and case tasks
- Organizing and reviewing case documents, discovery, financial records, and client materials
- Communicating professionally with attorneys, clients, court staff, and third parties as needed
- Supporting attorneys with case preparation, trial preparation, and general matter management
- Working within client systems such as Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, or similar platforms
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on family law paralegal experience required
- Strong drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and work independently in a remote environment
- Professional communication skills and discretion with sensitive client matters
- Experience with legal practice management platforms and e-filing systems preferred
- Multi-jurisdictional experience is a plus
- Must be located in the United States
- Must be comfortable working as an independent contractor
- Candidates located in Washington State or the Pacific Northwest region are preferred, but qualified candidates located elsewhere in the United States are welcome to apply.
*This position is ideal for a detail-oriented paralegal who understands the pace and sensitivity of family law matters and is looking for flexible remote contract work.
Pay is based on experience and location. Rate details provided upon screening.
This is a 1099 independent contractor position. No benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, or retirement plans, are offered or available. As an independent contractor, you are responsible for your own taxes, insurance, and benefits.
TO APPLY: Submit your application here on Indeed and send your resume directly to [email protected] with the subject line "JRP – 1099 family law paralegal"
Applications received without both steps completed will NOT* be considered
Pay: $24.00 - $55.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 years of hands-on family law paralegal experience?
- List every legal practice management platform you have worked in and describe your proficiency level in each.
- What e-filing platforms do you have experience using? Please include the state/jurisdiction if applicable.
- What is your current availability, and what hours are you generally reachable? Please include your time zone.
- Describe the types of legal documents you have drafted and prepared, especially in family law matters.
- Do you speak any languages in addition to English? If so, please list each language and your proficiency level.
Experience:
- Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote
