Fractional Paralegal

Must be based in the U.S. to be considered. This is a part-time remote position. If you are looking for a full-time position, supplemental income along with your current full-time position, or if you do not want a 1099 position, this is not the role for you.

The pay rate starts at $30/hour with 5+ years of experience.

Responsibilities may include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and revising a variety of legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and agreements.
• Conducting legal research and summarizing findings to support attorney analysis and case preparation.
• Assisting attorneys with case management, document preparation, and matter organization across multiple practice areas.
• Organizing and maintaining legal files, case records, and document management systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Preparing internal and external correspondence, including reports, memoranda, and client communications.
• Managing attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, and deadlines.
• Monitoring and tracking critical deadlines, including court filings, case milestones, and other legal obligations.
• Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties as needed.
• Assisting with electronic filing (e-filing) in state and federal courts where applicable.
• Supporting attorneys with trial preparation, discovery organization, and document review when required.
• Maintaining confidentiality and adherence to ethical and professional standards in all legal matters.

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm or legal department.

• Solid understanding of general legal procedures, case management, and legal documentation across a variety of practice areas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, with the ability to quickly learn firm-specific software and case management systems.
• Experience with legal research tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills, with the ability to track multiple matters simultaneously.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong grammar, editing, and proofreading abilities.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity when handling confidential and sensitive legal information.
• Detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate needs and support attorneys across a range of legal matters.

Who We Are

Elite Virtual Assistants (EVA) provides high-quality, U.S.-based fractional legal assistants and paralegals to growing law firms and professional service businesses. Our goal is simple: help attorneys stay focused on billable work while we support the operational and administrative tasks that keep their firms running smoothly.

We’re a relationship-driven team that values professionalism, initiative, and reliability. Our assistants become trusted extensions of the firms they support, helping clients operate more efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of service and care.