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Remote legal associate jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first law firms, corporate legal departments with distributed teams, and legal tech companies hiring for contract review, compliance, and litigation support. Employers hiring remotely right now include Fictiv, VC Lab, and Fuze Health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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ABOUT US
University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.
This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
In order to collaborate with nationally distributed colleagues. Employees must be available for collaboration during core hours from 9am to 2pm (PST).


ABOUT THE ROLE


UMass Global invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the School of Arts and Sciences, supporting the Legal Studies portfolio. In keeping with the University’s mission to provide an accessible, inclusive, and transformative education grounded in excellence and flexibility, faculty are hired for their recognized expertise in their field of discipline and are expected to work as self-directed professionals who advance student success and the University’s strategic goals. Faculty will serve on a 12-month contract, with rank determined by prior academic and professional experience and the needs of the University. The position operates within a culture of academic freedom, intellectual inquiry, and respect for diverse perspectives, and faculty are expected to model the University’s core values of innovation, service, integrity, collaboration, respect, and inclusion.All faculty fulfill the University’s Core Responsibilities and Expectations and adhere to the Faculty Constitution & Bylaws and Faculty Manual. Workloads also include one or more of the following areas: curriculum and teaching, which may include teaching paced and/or self-paced courses, course management, and the design, development, and continuous improvement of curriculum; mentoring, which involves guiding and supporting the growth of students, staff, and fellow faculty; and service, which may include participation in faculty governance, program maintenance and development, accreditation and assessment activities, and other work that strengthens the University and its communities.
Program-specific duties may include teaching across the core legal studies curriculum, such as legal research and writing, civil litigation, contracts, torts, legal ethics, and business law. Faculty may also teach or mentor students in the Legal Studies Capstone. Where assigned, they also support program review, the legal studies advisory board, and outreach to the legal community.
The successful candidate will collaborate effectively across programs and schools, show openness to new ideas and respect for differing views, and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics in relationships with students and colleagues.
TYPE OF SUPERVISION:
Receive general supervision from the School Associate Dean.
- General Supervision — indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of duties; some of which may be complex duties within established policy guidelines; and receives occasional supervision.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaching
- Teach an assigned load of online courses (paced and/or self-paced), as agreed in the annual faculty workload.
- Support student learning through timely, substantive engagement, clear communication, and constructive feedback.
- Evaluate student work fairly and consistently against academic standards and course learning outcomes.
- Foster free inquiry and an inclusive, respectful learning environment for adult learners.
Curriculum Management and Development
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain the quality and currency of an assigned curriculum portfolio, keeping courses aligned with program learning outcomes, workforce and industry needs, and applicable accreditation or licensure standards.
- Design, develop, and revise courses in collaboration with instructional design, program, and assessment teams.
- Serve as course manager for assigned courses, coordinating course readiness, updates, and consistency across sections.
Academic Leadership and Student Mentoring (as assigned)
- Provide program leadership where assigned, such as program management, coordination, and support for programmatic accreditation requirements.
Professional Development
Complete purposeful professional development, identified in the annual workload plan and connected to the faculty member’s role and growth needs. Focus areas may include disciplinary knowledge and professional currency; teaching practice; curriculum design, development, and assessment; leadership, communication, and collaboration; and developments in higher education relevant to our students and institutional model.Service and Other Duties
- Contribute to the institution through faculty governance, committee work, and school and University initiatives.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an earned doctorate in a related discipline from an institutionally accredited institution
- Active license to practice law, in good standing, in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Recent legal practice experience.
- Minimum of 3 years experience teaching in an online higher education institution.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and delivering current, market-relevant, and engaging curriculum, assessments, and learning activities in an online-first LMS.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Experience working in a remote environment. Evidence of scholarly, professional, or community engagement activities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage, support, and train adjuncts in an online environment.
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and supporting a diverse adult learner population
- Experience applying data-informed approaches to enhance student success and retention.
- Ability to engage collegially and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and professionals across disciplines.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, and Software: Extensive experience in using webinar and virtual meeting platforms; Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Salesforce CRM; social media platforms; collaboration and project management tools.
Contact with Students: Frequent
Contact with Faculty and/or Staff: Frequent
Contact with Community and Vendors: Occasional
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
All applicants are subject to a background check and criminal history review. Incumbents are expected to travel 5-10% of the time to network with professional associations and partners and to attend conferences in support of the University’s mission and the faculty member’s professional growth.
COMPENSATION:
The hiring range for this position is $105,000 to $120,000 annually. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members .


BENEFITS AND PERKS
At the University of Massachusetts Global, we support your total well-being with flexible and meaningful benefits:
Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
Work-Life Balance : Remote options, flexible schedules, generous time off, including paid holidays and a paid winter break.
Financial Security: Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support.
Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
Education: Tuition discounts for employees and family and Tuition Exchange program with other universities. PSLF eligible employer.
Wellness: Counseling services, Free Calm Health subscription and year-round wellness programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.
Please Note: Internal Employees, please access the Jobs Hub in Workday to apply for the position.
ABOUT US
University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.
This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
In order to collaborate with nationally distributed colleagues. Employees must be available for collaboration during core hours from 9am to 2pm (PST).


ABOUT THE ROLE


UMass Global invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the School of Arts and Sciences, supporting the Legal Studies portfolio. In keeping with the University’s mission to provide an accessible, inclusive, and transformative education grounded in excellence and flexibility, faculty are hired for their recognized expertise in their field of discipline and are expected to work as self-directed professionals who advance student success and the University’s strategic goals. Faculty will serve on a 12-month contract, with rank determined by prior academic and professional experience and the needs of the University. The position operates within a culture of academic freedom, intellectual inquiry, and respect for diverse perspectives, and faculty are expected to model the University’s core values of innovation, service, integrity, collaboration, respect, and inclusion.All faculty fulfill the University’s Core Responsibilities and Expectations and adhere to the Faculty Constitution & Bylaws and Faculty Manual. Workloads also include one or more of the following areas: curriculum and teaching, which may include teaching paced and/or self-paced courses, course management, and the design, development, and continuous improvement of curriculum; mentoring, which involves guiding and supporting the growth of students, staff, and fellow faculty; and service, which may include participation in faculty governance, program maintenance and development, accreditation and assessment activities, and other work that strengthens the University and its communities.
Program-specific duties may include teaching across the core legal studies curriculum, such as legal research and writing, civil litigation, contracts, torts, legal ethics, and business law. Faculty may also teach or mentor students in the Legal Studies Capstone. Where assigned, they also support program review, the legal studies advisory board, and outreach to the legal community.
The successful candidate will collaborate effectively across programs and schools, show openness to new ideas and respect for differing views, and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics in relationships with students and colleagues.
TYPE OF SUPERVISION:
Receive general supervision from the School Associate Dean.
- General Supervision — indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of duties; some of which may be complex duties within established policy guidelines; and receives occasional supervision.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaching
- Teach an assigned load of online courses (paced and/or self-paced), as agreed in the annual faculty workload.
- Support student learning through timely, substantive engagement, clear communication, and constructive feedback.
- Evaluate student work fairly and consistently against academic standards and course learning outcomes.
- Foster free inquiry and an inclusive, respectful learning environment for adult learners.
Curriculum Management and Development
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain the quality and currency of an assigned curriculum portfolio, keeping courses aligned with program learning outcomes, workforce and industry needs, and applicable accreditation or licensure standards.
- Design, develop, and revise courses in collaboration with instructional design, program, and assessment teams.
- Serve as course manager for assigned courses, coordinating course readiness, updates, and consistency across sections.
Academic Leadership and Student Mentoring (as assigned)
- Provide program leadership where assigned, such as program management, coordination, and support for programmatic accreditation requirements.
Professional Development
Complete purposeful professional development, identified in the annual workload plan and connected to the faculty member’s role and growth needs. Focus areas may include disciplinary knowledge and professional currency; teaching practice; curriculum design, development, and assessment; leadership, communication, and collaboration; and developments in higher education relevant to our students and institutional model.Service and Other Duties
- Contribute to the institution through faculty governance, committee work, and school and University initiatives.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an earned doctorate in a related discipline from an institutionally accredited institution
- Active license to practice law, in good standing, in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Recent legal practice experience.
- Minimum of 3 years experience teaching in an online higher education institution.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and delivering current, market-relevant, and engaging curriculum, assessments, and learning activities in an online-first LMS.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Experience working in a remote environment. Evidence of scholarly, professional, or community engagement activities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage, support, and train adjuncts in an online environment.
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and supporting a diverse adult learner population
- Experience applying data-informed approaches to enhance student success and retention.
- Ability to engage collegially and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and professionals across disciplines.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, and Software: Extensive experience in using webinar and virtual meeting platforms; Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Salesforce CRM; social media platforms; collaboration and project management tools.
Contact with Students: Frequent
Contact with Faculty and/or Staff: Frequent
Contact with Community and Vendors: Occasional
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
All applicants are subject to a background check and criminal history review. Incumbents are expected to travel 5-10% of the time to network with professional associations and partners and to attend conferences in support of the University’s mission and the faculty member’s professional growth.
COMPENSATION:
The hiring range for this position is $105,000 to $120,000 annually. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members .


BENEFITS AND PERKS
At the University of Massachusetts Global, we support your total well-being with flexible and meaningful benefits:
Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
Work-Life Balance : Remote options, flexible schedules, generous time off, including paid holidays and a paid winter break.
Financial Security: Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support.
Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
Education: Tuition discounts for employees and family and Tuition Exchange program with other universities. PSLF eligible employer.
Wellness: Counseling services, Free Calm Health subscription and year-round wellness programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote legal associate jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission or eligibility to sit for the bar
- Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Demonstrated legal writing and drafting skills through coursework or prior work
- Familiarity with contract review, due diligence, or litigation support workflows
- Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Tips for Your Remote Legal Associate Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote legal associate openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Remote positions often close faster than on-site roles, so applying within the first few days matters.
Prove you can work without supervision
Remote legal employers prioritize self-direction above almost everything else. Include specific examples in your application materials of projects you completed independently, such as drafting agreements, managing a due diligence workstream, or handling a compliance review from start to finish without daily check-ins.
Sharpen your async written communication
Remote legal associate work runs on written communication. Practice writing clear, concise legal summaries and memos that require no follow-up questions. Hiring managers for remote roles read your cover letter and writing samples as a direct test of how you'll communicate on the job.
Get fluent in remote legal tools
Employers hiring remote legal associates expect working knowledge of contract lifecycle management platforms, e-discovery software, and secure document sharing tools. Name the specific platforms you've used in your application materials rather than listing general software skills.
Remote Legal Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote legal associate job?
Target companies that already operate distributed legal teams, such as legal tech platforms, insurance carriers, and financial services firms with in-house counsel spread across time zones. Remote legal associate roles screen heavily for written communication, since most collaboration happens over email and async tools. Demonstrating self-direction, document management experience, and comfort with legal software like contract lifecycle or e-discovery platforms gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote legal associates?
Employers currently hiring remote legal associates include Fictiv, VC Lab, and Fuze Health, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote legal associate roles tend to concentrate at remote-first law firms, legal tech companies, and large corporate legal departments in sectors like financial services, healthcare, and technology.
Can you get a remote legal associate job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level legal associate roles are harder to land because you're expected to work independently from day one without in-office mentorship. Legal tech companies and smaller remote-first firms are the most open to candidates without formal experience. Showing law school coursework, clinical work, contract drafting samples, or freelance legal research demonstrates you can produce output without close supervision, which is what remote employers actually screen for.
Do you need a degree for remote legal associate jobs?
Usually, but the specific degree requirement depends on the role. Most legal associate positions expect a JD or paralegal certificate, though some contract review and compliance roles at legal tech companies weigh demonstrated skills and prior legal work over credentials alone. Remote employers care most about whether you can draft accurately, manage deadlines without prompting, and communicate clearly in writing.
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