Home-based paralegals assist licensed attorneys with different aspects of legal cases. Specific job duties vary, depending on the law firm and case you are working on, but general responsibilities may include researching cases similar to the active one you are working on to find legal precedent, interviewing clients and other people related to the case, creating the first draft of legal documents within court deadlines, and preparing retainers and other paperwork. Depending on your location, your employer may also ask you to attend client meetings or courtroom hearings. A home-based paralegal works remotely and communicates with the in-office team by email and phone.