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Part-Time Paralegal

  • Remote
    • Houston, Texas, United States
  • $26 - $30 per hour

Job description

$26-$30/hour | 20+ hours/week | 100% Remote (U.S.)

Are you an experienced paralegal who enjoys managing cases, solving problems, and keeping attorneys one step ahead?

Equivity is hiring a Remote Paralegal to support established law firms across a variety of practice areas. If you're organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple matters in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Manage cases from intake through resolution

  • Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents

  • Prepare and e-file court documents

  • Conduct legal and factual research

  • Coordinate discovery and trial preparation

  • Track deadlines, hearings, and case calendars

  • Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

  • Keep cases moving by anticipating attorney needs

What We're Looking For

Must-Haves

  • 3+ years of recent paralegal experience in a U.S. law firm

  • Experience supporting at least two practice areas (Litigation, Criminal, Estate Planning, Probate, Family Law, Immigration, Bankruptcy, Corporate, Employment, Personal Injury, or similar)

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Strong legal writing, drafting, and proofreading skills

  • Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a remote environment

  • Availability for at least 20 hours per week

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

  • Adobe Acrobat

  • Electronic court filing (state and/or federal)

  • Legal research experience

  • Experience using legal case management software

  • Reliable high-speed internet and a professional home office

  • Windows-based computer preferred

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Clio Manage or similar practice management software

  • Trial preparation experience

  • Federal court filing experience (CM/ECF)

  • Experience supporting multiple attorneys

  • Experience working remotely for a law firm

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Equivity, you are part of a dedicated, internally managed team of legal professionals—not a temporary placement. We provide ongoing work with established attorneys while maintaining the flexibility of remote work. You’ll be supported by an experienced operations team and work in a collaborative, professional environment that values quality and long-term relationships.

About Equivity

Equivity provides virtual paralegal, administrative, reception, staffing and marketing services to attorneys and businesses nationwide. Our team works remotely while maintaining a collaborative, professional environment built on long-term support, consistency, and client success.

To apply, visit www.equivityva.com.

Equivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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