On-Demand Legal Support Starting at $20/hr
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Pre-vetted. U.S.-trained. Ready to start in 24 hours.Scale your legal support without the overhead of a full-time hire.
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Important: Our contract attorneys are not U.S.-licensed.
They are trained by U.S.-based attorneys and have extensive experience supporting American law firms, for up to 80% less than a local hire.
If you require a U.S.-licensed attorney, we recommend consulting your state bar association. If you're open to highly qualified, U.S.-trained remote support, we'd love to talk.
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Is your law firm dealing with any of this?
- Overflow caseloads your current team can't absorb
- Need to hire a contract attorney or paralegal fast, without a lengthy recruitment process
- Want to outsource attorney work without committing to a full-time salary
- Looking for affordable contract attorney support at a fraction of in-house cost
- Temporary staffing gaps due to leave, peak periods, or a sudden new matter
If any of these sound familiar, Remote Attorneys was built for your firm.
Save Up to $142K/Year
Hire a contract attorney at $20/hr vs. $80-$150/hr for local contract talent. No benefits package, no overhead, no long-term salary commitment.
Matched in 24 Hours
Tell us your practice area, caseload, and timeline. We match you with a pre-vetted contract attorney who is ready to start immediately. No job postings, no interviews, no waiting.
Pre-Vetted & Screened
Every attorney passes a multi-step vetting process: background check, skills assessment, and supervised training with U.S. law firm experience. You get qualified support from day one.
Flexible Monthly Contracts
Scale your legal team up or down based on your caseload. No long-term employment commitments. Cancel or adjust your arrangement anytime. Billed monthly.
Hire a Contract Attorney in 3 Steps
Tell us your practice area, current caseload, and how quickly you need support. No commitment, just a conversation to understand your firm's needs.
We surface pre-vetted contract attorneys that fit your firm: reviewed, screened, and U.S.-trained in your practice area. You review the match and approve before anything starts.
Your contract attorney integrates into your existing workflow. Billed monthly. No long-term commitment. Adjust or cancel anytime as your needs change.
What Our Contract Attorneys Handle
Remote Attorneys provides experienced contract lawyers who support law firms, solo practitioners, and in-house legal teams across a full range of legal tasks:
- Drafting and reviewing contracts
- Business contracts and negotiation support
- Regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
- Litigation support and trial preparation
- Non-disclosure agreements and confidential information protection
Experienced Across Every Practice Area Your Firm Runs
We match you with remote attorneys who specialize in your firm's practice areas. Our network includes professionals with hands-on experience across the most in-demand legal disciplines at large firms nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve answered some of the most common inquiries to help you better understand how we can support your firm.
How quickly can my law firm get a contract attorney?
Most firms are matched within 24 hours of their consultation. Once matched, your contract attorney has the background, training, and U.S. law firm experience to start contributing to your caseload immediately.
What does it cost to hire a contract attorney through Remote Attorneys?
Contract attorneys start at $20/hr, up to 80% less than hiring locally. There are no benefits, no overhead costs, and no long-term employment commitments. You are billed monthly based on hours worked.
Can I hire a contract attorney for temporary or overflow work only?
Absolutely. Our flexible monthly contracts let you scale legal support up or down based on your current caseload. There is no minimum engagement period and you can cancel or adjust your arrangement at any time.
Are your contract attorneys qualified to support U.S. law firm work?
Yes. All Remote Attorneys contract attorneys pass a rigorous vetting process including background checks, skills assessments, and training supervised by U.S.-based attorneys. They have direct experience working with American law firms across a wide range of practice areas. Please note: they are not U.S.-licensed attorneys.
What is a contract attorney?
A contract attorney is a licensed lawyer who provides legal services on a temporary or project basis, without joining a firm as a permanent staff member. Law firms typically hire contract attorneys to handle overflow caseloads, specific projects, document review, and specialized legal tasks without the cost of a full-time hire.
Who typically hires contract attorneys?
Contract attorneys are most commonly hired by law firms managing peak caseloads, solo practitioners who need support on specific matters, corporate legal departments handling special projects, and any legal team that needs qualified temporary coverage without a long-term hiring commitment.
Get Expert Contract Attorney Support Within 24 Hours
Secure your firm's bandwidth with a pre-vetted, U.S.-trained contract attorney. Book your free 15-minute consultation today. Most firms are matched and ready to start the same week.