Virtual Paralegal; Remote

Job description

Equivity is hiring an experienced virtual paralegal to join a legal practice that depends on consistent, detail-oriented paralegal support.

This is a full-time position requiring live, on-demand availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET. Candidates with experience in litigation, probate, family law, elder law, or other court-driven practice areas are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants from any U.S. state are welcome.

In this role, you will act as a critical support partner to attorneys handling court-driven matters that involve financial documentation, protective proceedings, and related filings.

Responsibilities include:

• Draft petitions and supporting pleadings for Guardian ships and Conservatorships in states such as New York, Massachusetts, Florida, Nebraska, etc.
• Prepare cover letters to Interested Parties for service of Notices of Hearing and Citations, including:
• Creating USPS labels
• Coordinating mailings
• Drafting and filing Certificates of Service
• Open and manage cases in court filing systems, including uploading pleadings and supporting documents
• Prepare verification letters and subpoenas to banks and financial institutions in response to Requests for Information from the Department of Social Services (DSS)
• Coordinate mailing and faxing of subpoena and verification packages
• Conduct phone follow-ups with banks, institutions, and agencies regarding:
• Verification requests
• Status of Fair Hearings
• Other case-related inquiries
• Order death certificates from courts and agencies as needed
• Calendar hearings, deadlines, and follow-up dates
• Request bank, property, and asset reports from investigators
• Arrange for service of process through process servers when required
• Perform general administrative and case-support tasks, including internet research, drafting routine correspondence, and document organization

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of recent paralegal experience in litigation, probate, family law, elder law, or other court-driven practice areas
• Experience with Medicaid, Medicaid eligibility issues, or 5-year lookback documentation (including bank statements and asset reports) is a plus, but not required
• Comfortable drafting court pleadings and managing matters across multiple jurisdictions
• Experience with e-filing systems and document-intensive workflows; familiarity with Clio is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone presence
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple active matters simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment while remaining responsive during core business hours
• Reliable home office setup with secure internet and phone access

At Equivity, our paralegals are not short-term contractors — they are valued members of a collaborative, professional team. Our company was founded by an attorney, and our paralegal department is led by experienced paralegals who understand the realities and pressures of legal work.

In this role, you will be fully supported by Equivity’s paralegal leadership team. You’ll have direct access to management guidance, peer collaboration when needed, and the operational support required to succeed in a long-term placement.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid sick time
• Employee discounts and eligible expense reimbursements
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Ongoing professional support and growth opportunities

Equivity provides specialized virtual paralegal, administrative, and marketing services to attorneys and businesses nationwide. Our team works remotely while staying closely connected through collaboration, support, and shared standards of excellence.

Equivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.