Paralegals & Legal Assistants

About this role

About the Project Sepal is conducting a qualitative research study to define benchmarks of professional excellence in paralegal and legal support services. We are looking for experienced professionals to contribute their expertise through structured documentation of their work, creation of domain specific screening criteria, and development of high quality case studies. Selected contributors will help shape an industry informed framework for evaluating paralegal and legal support services expertise, with a focus on real world practices, decision making, and professional judgment. Ideal Participants May Hold Titles Such As - Paralegal - Legal Assistant - Litigation Support Specialist - Corporate Paralegal - Legal Secretary - Law Clerk Requirements - Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent certification - Minimum 4 years of full time professional experience as a paralegal or legal assistant - Strong knowledge of legal research, document preparation, and case management systems - Paralegal certification (CP, ACP, or state specific credentials) preferred - Fluent in English - Currently residing in the United States or Canada - Access to a computer with stable internet and video conferencing capabilities - Comfortable with remote work tools (messaging, video calls, uploading documents) - Able to work independently and follow written instructions What You'll Do - Share your professional journey, practice areas, and legal expertise - Help define field specific evaluation criteria used in paralegal hiring and performance assessment - Document at least one substantial legal research project, case preparation, or document management initiative, including context, approach, challenges, and outcomes - Participate in short feedback or calibration sessions as needed Compensation & Logistics - $50 to $70 per hour, depending on expertise and relevance, with bonuses for key contributions - Begins with a paid trial period - P