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How much do remote online paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote online paralegal in Rochester, NY is $58,934.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,400.00 and $67,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Online Paralegal vs Remote Legal Assistant?

AspectRemote Online ParalegalRemote Legal Assistant
CredentialsParalegal certification or degree often requiredLess formal certification, may have legal or administrative background
Work EnvironmentTypically works independently or with attorneys, handling legal documentsSupports attorneys with administrative tasks and document management
Industry UsageCommonly used in law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal service providersUsed in law firms and legal support companies for administrative roles

The main difference is that Remote Online Paralegals focus on legal research, document preparation, and case management, often requiring specialized legal credentials. Remote Legal Assistants primarily handle administrative support tasks, with less emphasis on legal expertise. Both roles are remote and serve legal professionals, but the paralegal role involves more legal-specific responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Remote Paralegal jobs in Rochester, NY?

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What cities near Rochester, NY are hiring for Remote Online Paralegal jobs?

Cities near Rochester, NY with the most Remote Online Paralegal job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Online Paralegal job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 24% In-person, and 76% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,934 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Experienced Foreclosure Paralegal - Remote

Friedman Vartolo LLP

Rochester, NY • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

The Company

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.

We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.


The Position

Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking experienced Foreclosure Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm.

The ideal candidate will have a broad range of foreclosure experience including, but not limited to managing foreclosure from referral through conclusion, ordering title, obtaining payoffs, deed, assignment and letter preparation, meeting time sensitive deadlines, providing updates and timely responses to clients, etc.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft documents such as motions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
  • E-filing with various court systems.
  • Document recording.
  • Maintain client and case files.
  • Correspond with and update clients.
  • Maintain filing/document system.
  • Organize and maintain the group's calendars, provide & adhere to legal deadlines.
  • Organize and archive the documents related to completed and ongoing litigations.
  • Prepare reports for attorneys.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5-year related foreclosure experience
  • Broad knowledge of real estate default services
  • Experience in LPS, Caseaware, Tempo, etc. is a plus.
  • Superior organizational skills, research, and writing skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Independent worker; Deadline driven
  • Able to manage a heavy workload
  • Confident and comfortable on the phone
  • Works well under pressure

Compensation/Benefits

We offer a compensation package that will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.


Location

This position can be fully remote.