What your legal assistant can take off your plate.
Give your attorneys the space to practice. Your legal assistant owns research, files, and the work that keeps a matter moving.
- Legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, Fastcase
- Document drafting and review
- Case file management and organization
- Court filing preparation and e-filing
- Client communication and intake support
- Billing, time entry, and trust accounting support
- Discovery review and production support
- Contract review and redlining
Tools that fit your workflow
Discuss the systems your team uses so we can look for the right practical experience.
Experience to look for.
We match US legal experience, confidentiality standards, and working hours to your firm.
- Paralegal certificate or law degree
- 3+ years in a US legal environment
- Fluent in Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, or Filevine
- Legal citation and Bluebook formatting
- NDA + confidentiality protocols signed
A closer look, before you meet.
Your shortlist should help you make a confident decision. Here is how we evaluate the work behind the résumé.
- Legal knowledge and citation assessment
- Document drafting test (motion, contract, or memo)
- Confidentiality and ethics evaluation
- Reference checks with supervising attorneys
- Case management software proficiency
What should you budget?
Compare the typical options below. Scope, experience, and working hours will shape the final cost.
Local Paralegal (US)
Higher in NYC, SF, LA, Boston
Contract Paralegal
Inconsistent availability
RealHires Remote Legal Assistant
$0 upfrontPre-vetted, confidentiality protocols, 3-day delivery
Indicative ranges from our role guide. We’ll discuss the placement fee and your requirements before starting a search.
A few good questions.
Can a remote legal assistant handle confidential client information?
Yes. Every RealHires legal assistant signs a confidentiality agreement and follows encrypted-workflow protocols before handling any client data.
Are your legal assistants US-trained?
Our legal assistants are trained in US legal formatting, citation, and case management platforms — many hold US paralegal certificates or foreign law degrees with US practice experience.
Can they e-file with US courts?
Yes. Our legal assistants prepare and submit filings through PACER, state e-filing portals, and case management systems under your attorney supervision.
How much does a remote legal assistant cost vs. local?
A local US paralegal costs $55K–$80K/year plus benefits. A RealHires remote legal assistant costs $2,000–$4,000/month — often a 50–60% total savings.
How quickly can I hire?
3-day shortlist delivery. Most law firms hire within 5–7 days of kickoff.
