Paralegal

Join Hire Hangar and work with fast-growing global companies while building a long-term, remote career.Job Title Paralegal Location RemoteTime Zone US Time Zones (EST–PST)Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and proactive Paralegal to support attorneys across multiple practice areas within a fast-paced, remote law firm environment. This is a full-time role requiring strong legal research, drafting, and case management abilities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced working within a general practice setting handling diverse caseloads simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct legal research and prepare case summaries, memos, and briefs across multiple practice areasDraft, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, contracts, and correspondenceManage and maintain case files, ensuring accurate and up-to-date documentation throughout all stages of litigationCoordinate and calendar court dates, deadlines, depositions, and attorney schedulesCommunicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties on behalf of attorneysSupport attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing trial bindersTrack case progress and proactively flag upcoming deadlines or missing documentationRequired QualificationsParalegal certificate or degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent hands-on experience in a law firmMinimum 2–3 years of paralegal experience in a general or multi-practice area law firmStrong legal research skills with proficiency in Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platformsDemonstrated experience drafting legal documents across varied practice areasExcellent written and verbal English communication skills with a professional, client-facing demeanorAbility to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines with accuracy and composureMust have prior remote work experience, be fluent with remote collaboration tools and platforms (such as Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, or similar), and have ideally worked with US or UK-based law firms. Applications without this experience will not be considered.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with US law, legal procedures, and court systems is a strong advantageExperience supporting litigation, family law, immigration, or estate planning mattersFamiliarity with court e-filing systems (PACER, state court portals, etc.)Experience with legal case management software such as Clio, MyCase, or similar platformsExposure to billing, timekeeping, or client intake workflowsTools & TechnologyLegal research platforms (Westlaw, LexisNexis)Case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar)Google WorkspaceSlack, Zoom, and other remote collaboration toolsCourt e-filing portals (PACER and state equivalents)Please NOTE It is crucial that you complete the application form in full. As part of the application process, you will be required to record a video. If your application is successful, you will receive an email confirming next steps—the video is the first step of the interview process. If you do not record a video, we will not be able to consider you for ANY open roles.We connect top talent with vetted employers, competitive pay, and real growth opportunities.Originally posted on Himalayas