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Overnight Legal Researcher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Ensure inmates have timely access to legal research materials in accordance with Access to Courts ... Travel None Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material ...

Overnight Assignment Editor

Manhattan, NY

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Effectively research & implement coverage of breaking news & on-going stories * Ability to jump in ... Communicate with important groups such as Legal, Standards, R&C to make sure appropriate editorial ...

Overnight Assignment Editor

New York, NY

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Effectively research & implement coverage of breaking news & on-going stories * Ability to jump in ... Communicate with important groups such as Legal, Standards, R&C to make sure appropriate editorial ...

Overnight Assignment Editor

Manhattan, NY

$75K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Effectively research & implement coverage of breaking news & on-going stories * Ability to jump in ... Communicate with important groups such as Legal, Standards, R&C to make sure appropriate editorial ...

Ensure inmates have timely access to legal research materials in accordance with Access to Courts ... Travel None Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material ...

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Legal Research: Research and analyze law sources, including statutes, judicial decisions, legal ... TRAVEL Travel is primarily local during the business day, though some out-of-the-area and overnight ...

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How much do overnight legal researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight legal researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Legal Researcher vs Paralegal?

AspectOvernight Legal ResearcherParalegal
CredentialsLegal research skills, sometimes a paralegal certificate or law degreeParalegal certificate or associate degree in paralegal studies
Work EnvironmentRemote or flexible hours, often project-basedLaw firms, corporate legal departments, typically daytime hours
Industry UsageLegal research firms, law firms, legal departmentsLaw firms, courts, corporate legal teams
Search & ComparisonOften compared for research-focused roles with flexible hoursCompared for legal support roles with regular hours

The main difference is that Overnight Legal Researcher primarily focuses on conducting legal research, often remotely and during flexible hours, while Paralegals handle broader legal support tasks during regular daytime hours. Both roles require legal knowledge, but the Overnight Legal Researcher emphasizes research skills and flexible scheduling.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Legal Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

$51K - $117K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.

Foley's Tampa office is currently looking for an Assistant to support our busy Litigation department. The right candidate will provide legal assistance to several attorneys in the daily operation of practicing law by providing quality work products for clients. The Assistant will also perform duties through the performance of complex administrative and clerical tasks and produce documents relating to specific functions and requirements as set forth within practice groups using the firm standard word processing and other applicable software.


  • Assist attorneys by performing complex administrative and clerical duties
  • Schedule appointments and make arrangements for conferences and extensive travel; maintain attorney's calendar and daily docket to ensure that deadlines are met
  • Interact with people at all levels in the firm, industry and community, heavy client contact
  • Communicate attorney's instructions to various individuals and furnish and obtain information from other attorneys within the practice area
  • Create, organize and maintain client files, follow up on pending matters
  • Maintain electronic client, research and administrative files utilizing NetDocs
  • Interact with clients frequently by responding to their questions and obtaining information as required
  • Anticipate attorney's needs and prepare necessary documentation in draft for attorney's review, including miscellaneous correspondence
  • Provide document production services, including styling and formatting of documents or facilitate this process
  • Proofread all documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammatical errors
  • Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery; ensure that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact
  • Receive and redirect attorney requests and needs as appropriate to expedite solutions
  • Manage incoming and outgoing mail and e-mail
  • Submit conflicts check(s) through OPEN
  • Enter new client matter information in OPEN and prepare engagement letters
  • Prepare expense reports and disbursements forms
  • Perform routine state and federal e-court filings and retrieve pleadings when requested

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Minimum of five (5) years of litigation assistant experience required 
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range for this position. The actual amount offered will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.
Tampa- $51,600 to $117,500