Remote Legal Counsel Jobs

Remote legal counsel jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first companies, distributed enterprise teams, and fast-growing startups that handle legal work entirely through distributed counsel. Sectors actively hiring include technology, financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce, with demand for remote-ready attorneys running strong. Employers hiring right now include Oscar Health, Valsoft, and Fisher Investments. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerOscar Health
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialAssociate's
Companies hiring43

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VytlOne
Legal Counsel
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VytlOne
New 19h ago
Legal Counsel
VytlOne
Remote
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
$185k - $215k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Upstart
Legal Counsel, Commercial
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Upstart
Added 1d ago
Legal Counsel, Commercial
Upstart
Remote
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
$152k - $210k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Alteryx
Senior Counsel, Commercial Legal
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Alteryx
Added 2d ago
Senior Counsel, Commercial Legal
Alteryx
Remote
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$180k - $200k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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State of Montana
Deputy Chief Legal Counsel
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State of Montana
Added 5d ago
Deputy Chief Legal Counsel
State of Montana
Helena, Montana
Customer Service
Customer Support
$125k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
Military encouraged

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Lumen
Associate General Counsel, Employment Law - Temporary
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Lumen
Added 5d ago
Associate General Counsel, Employment Law - Temporary
Lumen
Remote
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$152k - $223k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Remote Legal Counsel Job Market

Who's Hiring

Oscar Health
Oscar Health4 open roles
Valsoft
Valsoft2 open roles
Fisher Investments
Fisher Investments2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote legal counsel jobs.

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
  • 3-7 years of relevant legal experience in private practice or in-house
  • Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment skills
  • Experience advising on corporate governance, employment, or regulatory matters
  • Proficiency with contract lifecycle management or legal operations software

Tips for Your Remote Legal Counsel Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote legal counsel openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply directly to roles that match your practice area and experience level, since competitive remote postings close faster than office-based ones.

Prove your async communication skills upfront

Remote legal counsel work runs on written communication. Include writing samples, contract redlines, or policy memos in your application materials so hiring teams can see how you advise and document legal positions without a face-to-face meeting.

Highlight tools you use for remote legal work

Call out your fluency with contract lifecycle management software, e-signature platforms, and collaboration tools like Slack or Notion. Remote employers want to know you can slot into their existing distributed legal workflow without a steep ramp-up.

Prepare for written interview formats

Many remote legal hiring processes include a written exercise, case memo, or async video screen instead of a live interview. Practice drafting a concise legal analysis under a time constraint so you're ready to show your thinking in the format remote teams actually use.

Remote Legal Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote legal counsel job?

Target companies with distributed or remote-first teams, since they have established workflows for remote legal review, contract management, and internal advising without requiring you to be in an office. Remote employers screen hard for written communication, because most legal guidance gets delivered async via email, Slack, or shared documents rather than in-person meetings. Showing you can write clearly, work independently, and manage a legal calendar without hand-holding gives you a real edge.

Which companies hire remote legal counsels?

Employers currently hiring remote legal counsels include Oscar Health, Valsoft, and Fisher Investments, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed financial services firms, and healthcare platforms are among the most consistent employers of remote legal counsel talent.

Can you get a remote legal counsel job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level legal counsel roles are harder to land because employers expect you to operate independently from day one without in-office mentorship. Your best path is through companies that have structured onboarding for distributed teams, where remote workflows are already documented. Showing writing samples, contract drafting work, or relevant clinics and internships gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate when experience on a resume is thin.

Do you need a degree for remote legal counsel jobs?

Usually, yes, most legal counsel roles require a JD and bar admission in at least one jurisdiction, and remote employers don't relax that standard. What they do weigh alongside credentials is practical output: contracts you've drafted, disputes you've resolved, and your ability to advise cross-functional teams in writing. A strong portfolio of real legal work can distinguish you from other credentialed candidates.

Which industries hire the most remote legal counsels?

The sectors hiring the most remote legal counsels are Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These industries rely heavily on distributed teams and need in-house legal support that can operate across time zones without being tied to a single office location.

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