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Remote Legal Writing Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Legal Secretary 7-E8

Lansing, MI · On-site +1

$23.22 - $30.19/hr

Permanent Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 6401-26-BCSCL-020 Legal Sec 7 ... telephone calls and written inquiries from the general public, parties to administrative ...

Research & Writing Attorney ALBUQUERQUE, NM No relocation required - Albuquerque-area and remote ... Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills, with the ability to translate research into ...

Accountant - Remote

Grand Rapids, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Accountant - Remote

Ann Arbor, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Accountant - Remote

Warren, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Accountant - Remote

Lansing, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Accountant - Remote

Dearborn, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Accountant - Remote

Detroit, MI · Remote

$20 - $30/hr

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Communicate effectively with attorneys, legal staff, litigation leadership, vendors, and business ... Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency with Microsoft Word ...

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

Remote Job Summary: You'll use your tax expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. The ... Background in training teams or giving written feedback on legal/tax language. * Interest in the ...

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Remote Legal Writing information

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$18.3K

$48.3K

$78.4K

How much do remote legal writing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote legal writing in Michigan is $48,303.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,900.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is remote legal writing?

Remote legal writing involves creating legal documents, such as briefs, contracts, memoranda, and articles, from a location outside of a traditional office setting—usually from home. Remote legal writers may work for law firms, legal service providers, or as freelancers. This role requires strong legal research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret and communicate complex legal concepts clearly. It is ideal for professionals seeking flexibility and work-life balance while utilizing their legal expertise.

What are remote legal writing jobs?

Remote legal writing jobs involve drafting, interpreting, simplifying, or editing texts for lawyers. As a remote legal writer, you perform your duties from home or a remote office. You conduct research and gather the necessary information for each document that you write or edit. Your responsibilities include creating concise text for legal documents such as motions or briefs, case law summaries, or memorandums. Occasionally, a legal writer drafts contracts or ghost-writes content for attorneys to publish in legal journals. You can work on a freelance basis and provide services to different law firms, or you can work as a full-time remote employee for one business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote legal writer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Remote Legal Writer, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, excellent research abilities, and strong writing skills, often supported by a law degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with citation tools, legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and document management systems is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly are standout soft skills. These qualifications ensure accuracy, clarity, and credibility in producing high-quality legal content for clients or firms.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote legal writing positions?

Remote legal writers often encounter challenges such as managing time effectively across multiple assignments and maintaining clear communication with attorneys or clients who may be in different time zones. Additionally, adapting to various legal writing styles and formatting requirements can require continual learning and flexibility. Many remote legal writers also need to proactively seek feedback and clarification, as working remotely can limit opportunities for immediate guidance that are more readily available in traditional office settings. Despite these challenges, the role offers autonomy and the chance to work with diverse legal topics and teams.

What is the difference between Remote Legal Writing vs Remote Legal Research?

AspectRemote Legal WritingRemote Legal Research
Required CredentialsLaw degree, legal writing experienceLaw degree, research skills
Work EnvironmentWriting assignments, client or firm projectsResearch tasks, legal databases
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, legal consultancies, publishingLaw firms, legal research companies, academia
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding differences in legal rolesClarifying research vs writing tasks

Remote Legal Writing involves creating legal documents, articles, or content, focusing on clear communication and legal analysis. Remote Legal Research centers on gathering and analyzing legal information using databases and resources. While both roles require legal credentials, they differ in daily tasks and focus areas, helping job seekers identify the best fit for their skills and interests.

What are the most commonly searched types of Legal Writing jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Legal Writing jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Remote Legal Writing jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Remote Legal Writing job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Legal Writing job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, and 64% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,303 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Legal Practice Analyst (Fully remote in Dykema Office Locations)

Dykema

Detroit, MI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Dykema Gossett, PLLC, a leading national law firm celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, is recruiting to hire an experienced Legal Practice Analyst. This is an early-career position embedded in our Firm’s Knowledge & Innovation team, with a dedicated focus on transactional practice across M&A/corporate and real estate matters. This role sits at the intersection of legal practice and AI-driven innovation, and is designed for someone who thinks critically about how legal work gets done and wants to help make it better through technology.

The ideal candidate holds a law degree and brings direct experience with transactional legal work, whether through practice, a clerkship, or a law school clinic. A JD is preferred but not required; what is required is substantive legal knowledge and the intellectual curiosity to evaluate, advocate for, and help implement technology in a legal environment.  This is a fully remote position open to all Dykema office locations.

What You’ll DoAI Strategy and Technology Identification
  • Serve as an active contributor to the firm’s AI-first technology strategy: researching the legal tech landscape, evaluating tools, and making informed recommendations on what to adopt, pilot, or deprioritize.
  • Assess AI and technology solutions through a transactional lens, with specific attention to M&A and real estate workflows including due diligence, contract analysis, deal management, and closing processes.
  • Conduct structured evaluations of new tools: testing functionality, assessing output quality, identifying limitations, and producing clear written assessments for leadership and attorney decision-makers.
  • Partner with the Manager, Process Innovation and the CKIO on technology roadmap planning and prioritization.
Attorney Training and Technology Adoption
  • Design and deliver training programs that enable attorneys to use new technology confidently and effectively, with an emphasis on practical, workflow-integrated instruction rather than feature overviews.
  • Serve as a go-to resource for attorneys during tool rollouts: answering questions, troubleshooting adoption challenges, and escalating issues appropriately.
  • Develop supporting materials for technology implementations: quick reference guides, workflow documentation, and adoption trackers.
  • Gather and synthesize attorney feedback on tool performance and usability; translate that feedback into actionable input for vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Support change management efforts by building relationships with attorney champions across transactional practice groups.
Implementation Support
  • Participate in tool implementation projects from evaluation through rollout: contributing legal and practice-specific expertise to configuration, testing, and launch phases.
  • Track implementation milestones, document decisions, and maintain project records with a high degree of organization.
What We’re Looking ForRequired
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school preferred; will consider candidates without a JD who have substantial legal experience in a transactional context.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of legal experience in M&A, corporate transactions, real estate, or a closely related area (law firm, in-house, or government).
  • Strong working knowledge of transactional concepts: deal structure, due diligence, contract negotiation, closing mechanics, and related documentation.
  • Genuine interest in legal technology and AI: you follow the space, have opinions about it, and want to be part of shaping how the firm uses it.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, particularly attorneys, with clarity and credibility.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to produce polished deliverables independently.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office; comfort with legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis, or equivalent).
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, communicate proactively, and work effectively across teams.
  • Occasional travel required.
Preferred
  • Hands-on experience with AI-assisted legal tools: contract review platforms, due diligence tools, generative AI applications in legal contexts.
  • Experience in knowledge management, legal operations, practice innovation, or legal tech in a law firm or legal department setting.
  • Familiarity with adult learning principles or formal training design; experience delivering technology training to professional audiences.
  • Comfort with structured evaluation frameworks, vendor management processes, or technology procurement.
  • Familiarity with pricing, alternative fee arrangements, or project management frameworks in a legal context.
What Sets This Role Apart

This is not a traditional attorney track, and that’s the point. You’ll have direct access to firm leadership, exposure to strategy-level conversations, and real influence over how the firm’s transactional practices evolve through technology. For someone with a legal background who is energized by AI and wants to shape the future of legal work, this role offers a genuinely distinctive path.

Great Benefits for Great People

Dykema offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our employees both personally and professionally. This includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with flexible paid time off (PTO), holiday leave, and a retirement savings plan with profit sharing for eligible employees. Other benefits include flexible spending programs, health savings account, commuter benefits, and personal and parental leave programs. We prioritize work-life balance and offer wellness programs, and access to mental health support. Additionally, employees enjoy access to professional development programs, a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, and various employee discounts and perks. We are committed to providing a benefits package that helps our team thrive and feel valued.

The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:
CA - Los Angeles:  $90k - $120k
D.C.:  $90k - $120k
IL – Chicago:  $90k - $120k
Michigan Offices:  $80k- $110k
Minnesota:  $80k- $110k
TX - Austin, Dallas and Houston:  $90k - $120k
TX - San Antonio:  $80k- $110k
Wisconsin:  $80k- $110k

EEO Statement

It is the Firm’s policy to provide employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis without regard to the individual’s age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, domestic partner relationship, physical characteristics, disability, or other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.  Dykema will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the known disabilities of employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the jobs involved.  It is the responsibility of every individual concerned with personnel actions, including management, supervision, recruiting, compensation, benefits, promotions, work assignments, and training, to ensure that these activities are administered consistent with the Firm’s goal of furthering the principle of equal employment opportunity. 

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Additional Information

This job posting is intended to describe the essential duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, non-essential requirements, or reflect any accommodations made under the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act.