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Richardson Firm PLLC

Contract Attorney

Austin, TX · Remote

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys high-level legal analysis and ... Hourly compensation based on experience * Flexible remote work arrangement * Contract / independent ...

Caraway LeBlanc LLC

Contract Attorney

New Orleans, LA · Remote

Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of ... Remote work to be determined. References MUST BE provided with resume along with a writing sample.

Caraway LeBlanc LLC

Contract Attorney

New Orleans, LA · Remote

Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of ... Remote work to be determined. References MUST BE provided with resume along with a writing sample.

Heston Law Firm, PLLC

Contract Attorney

Houston, TX · Remote

$100 - $2.0K/wk

Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...

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Heston Law Firm, PLLC

Contract Attorney

Houston, TX · Remote

$100 - $2.0K/wk

Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...

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The Cromeens Law Firm PLLC

Little Rock and surrounding areas, Arkansas (Remote) About the Role The Cromeens Law Firm, PLLC is seeking a Full Time Contract Attorney to provide trusted legal counsel and litigation support in a ...

DANIEL FEDER

Contract Attorney

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...

DANIEL FEDER

Contract Attorney

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...

Robert Half

Contract Attorney

Austin, TX · Remote

$63.34 - $73.34/hr

We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to join a team in Austin, Texas as part of a Long-term Contract engagement. This position focuses on supporting commercial transactions and insurance ...

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How much do hourly remote contract attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly remote contract attorney in the United States is $119,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Remote Contract Attorney vs Freelance Legal Consultant?

AspectHourly Remote Contract AttorneyFreelance Legal Consultant
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admissionLaw degree, bar admission (often preferred)
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, with legal firms or clientsRemote, independent, with various clients
Employer/Industry UsageLaw firms, corporate legal departmentsLegal consulting firms, individual clients
Search/Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference is that Hourly Remote Contract Attorneys typically work on legal cases for law firms or corporations on an hourly basis, while Freelance Legal Consultants offer specialized legal advice independently. Both roles require legal credentials and are performed remotely, but their client relationships and employment structures differ.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Remote Contract Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 8% Temporary, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,188 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Contract Attorney - Real Estate Transactions

Vellum Law

Remote

$4/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description
Position: Contract Attorney - Real Estate Transactions
Reports To: Owner & Managing Attorney
Employment Classification: Contract / Independent Contractor, Remote
Do complex real estate issues become simpler when you're on the file? Do you produce clean work product, spot problems before they become obstacles, and execute with minimal supervision?
We are seeking a Contract Attorney to join our team and provide support on transactional matters, legal research, commercial leasing, residential transactions, and general real estate matters. This is not a role for someone looking for constant supervision or a training environment. We are looking for an attorney who can step in, understand the assignment, execute efficiently, and produce reliable work product.
WHAT WE OFFER
  • Flexible remote contract work structure.
  • A firm that invests in modern technology, AI-assisted workflows, and smart operations.
  • The opportunity to develop an ongoing working relationship as the firm continues to grow.

WORKLOAD & COMPENSATION
  • Estimated workload: approximately 10-20 hours per week initially, with opportunity for growth based on firm needs and candidate availability.
  • Compensation: hourly contract rate commensurate with experience and demonstrated capability.

Responsibilities
$4a
Qualifications
$4b

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