--- title: "LawCru — Remote Legal Staffing & Paralegals" description: "Hire pre-vetted remote paralegals, intake specialists and legal ops staff. Three candidates in 24 hours, flexible monthly contracts." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "LawCru", "url": "https://lawcru.com/", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://lawcru.com/favicon.png" }, "description": "Lawcru connects U.S. and U.K. law firms with pre-vetted remote legal talent from South Africa and LATAM." }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "LawCru", "url": "https://lawcru.com/", "inLanguage": "en-US", "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "LawCru", "url": "https://lawcru.com/" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who holds the contractual relationship?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Your firm's agreement is solely with LawCru. We manage all contractual obligations and payments directly with the professional — no employment complexities for you." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the contract duration?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Flexible, monthly rolling agreements. No long-term lock-in. If we're not delivering value, you can adjust or exit freely." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can we meet candidates before hiring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. Meet your proposed professional via Zoom to assess their background, ask role-specific questions, and determine team fit." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the payment terms?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Monthly advance payments, similar to escrow. Your payment is held securely and only released once work is delivered." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you screen candidates?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Multi-stage evaluation: role-specific assessment, written responses, recorded video interviews, CV review, and reference checks." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is confidentiality handled?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "All candidates are subject to strict confidentiality obligations and undertake a police background check before they get started. Candidates typically work directly within clients’ own systems and software environments, ensuring firms retain full control over access, permissions and data management. Optional remote desktop solutions are also available where required." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if the hire doesn't work out?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We offer a prompt, free replacement service. Every professional is selected from 1,000+ applicants to ensure quality." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where are contractors based?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We primarily source candidates from South Africa and Latin America due to the strong legal talent pools, native English and bilingual language capabilities, and ability to support UK and US business hours." } } ] } ] --- [LAW CRU ](/) [Our Process](#how-it-works) Legal Roles we Cover [Attorney Qualified Paralegal](/hire-an-attorney-qualified-paralegal)[Remote Paralegal](/hire-a-remote-paralegal)[Intake Specialist](/hire-an-intake-specialist) [Pricing](#roles)[About Us](/about-us)[FAQs](#faqs)[Book a Call](https://calendly.com/hello-lawcru/30min) Georgina T. Paralegal · 3+ years Family Law Family Law South Africa Azola M. Paralegal · 4+ years Immigration & Family Law Immigration & Family Law South Africa Sean K. Paralegal · 4+ years Corporate Law Corporate Law Johannesburg, SA Mariana R. Paralegal · 4+ years Workers' Compensation Workers' Compensation South Africa Yashmi P. Paralegal · 4+ years Civil Litigation Civil Litigation South Africa Georgina T. Paralegal · 3+ years Family Law Family Law South Africa Azola M. Paralegal · 4+ years Immigration & Family Law Immigration & Family Law South Africa Sean K. Paralegal · 4+ years Corporate Law Corporate Law Johannesburg, SA Mariana R. Paralegal · 4+ years Workers' Compensation Workers' Compensation South Africa Yashmi P. Paralegal · 4+ years Civil Litigation Civil Litigation South Africa Remote Legal Staffing # Hire a Remote:Immigration Paralegal Share a brief and receive 3 curated video interviews from legal professionals — in under 24 hours. [Book a Call](https://calendly.com/hello-lawcru/30min) ✦ 24h Turnaround ✦ Pre-Vetted Talent ✦ from $12 / £10/hr Georgina T. Paralegal · 3+ years Family Law Family Law South Africa Azola M. Paralegal · 4+ years Immigration & Family Law Immigration & Family Law South Africa Sean K. Paralegal · 4+ years Corporate Law Corporate Law Johannesburg, SA Mariana R. Paralegal · 4+ years Workers' Compensation Workers' Compensation South Africa Yashmi P. Paralegal · 4+ years Civil Litigation Civil Litigation South Africa Georgina T. Paralegal · 3+ years Family Law Family Law South Africa Azola M. Paralegal · 4+ years Immigration & Family Law Immigration & Family Law South Africa Sean K. Paralegal · 4+ years Corporate Law Corporate Law Johannesburg, SA Mariana R. Paralegal · 4+ years Workers' Compensation Workers' Compensation South Africa Yashmi P. Paralegal · 4+ years Civil Litigation Civil Litigation South Africa How It Works ## Five steps to your perfect hire Our streamlined process gets you matched with pre-vetted legal talent fast. 01 ### Share your brief Tell us the role, practice area, and hours you need. We'll take it from there. 24h Turnaround ![Share your brief](/assets/step-1-brief-DvUKcmtn.jpg) 02 ### Get 3 video profiles Within 24 hours we'll send curated video interviews from pre-vetted candidates. Pre-Screened ![Get 3 video profiles](/assets/step-2-profiles-CMC3hkBg.jpg) 03 ### Meet via Zoom Have a live call to assess fit, competency, and cultural alignment. Face-to-Face ![Meet via Zoom](/assets/step-3-zoom-BLYTRKFy.jpg) 04 ### Free trial task Assign a real competency task at no extra cost to validate skills. Risk-Free ![Free trial task](/assets/step-4-trial-BIGgGfzw.jpg) 05 ### Start working Begin on 4 or 8 hours per day with flexible, monthly rolling terms. From £13/hr ![Start working](/assets/step-5-working-CYqQQwmZ.jpg) Previous slide Next slide ## Roles & Pricing Select a role to see the average full-time rate across our placements Category ParalegalsIntake Agents Practice Area Immigration ParalegalReal Estate ParalegalCommercial ParalegalPersonal Injury ParalegalFamily Law ParalegalEstate Planning / Estate Administration ParalegalLitigation ParalegalCriminal Paralegal Immigration Paralegal Real Estate Paralegal Commercial Paralegal Personal Injury Paralegal Family Law Paralegal Estate Planning / Estate Administration Paralegal Litigation Paralegal Criminal Paralegal Practice Area ### Litigation Paralegal Common Tasks & Experience 1. Drafting pleadings, motions and legal correspondence 2. Legal research and case law analysis 3. Managing litigation files, deadlines and discovery processes 4. Preparing trial bundles, exhibits and supporting documentation 5. Client communication and case management support Candidates may have experience gained within their own jurisdictions and/or supporting US and UK law firms. Featured Litigation Paralegal Candidate #### Nicole South Africa · Litigation Paralegal [Visit Profile](/candidates/law0192) ### Pricing Currency Preference $ USD£ GBP Hours Per Week 20 hrs/week40 hrs/week Candidate Location South AfricaLATAM Average rates for 40 hrs/week Tier 1 Paralegals Monthly $2,750 Hourly $17 Tier 2 Paralegals Monthly $2,250 Hourly $14 Monthly Hourly Tier 1 Paralegals $2,750 $17 Tier 2 Paralegals $2,250 $14 Table shows the average cost our clients are paying for an Litigation Paralegal Note: Tier 1 paralegals are qualified attorneys in their own jurisdictions, with substantial legal experience and familiarity managing matters independently and dealing directly with clients. Tier 2 paralegals are experienced legal support professionals with real-world experience, often gained working remotely with US and UK law firms. Our contractors dictate their own rate. The average rate is correct for 90% of placements. Global Talent Network ## South Africa vs LATAM Both regions offer strong offshore talent — here's how they compare for legal outsourcing. ### South Africa - Common law foundation Legal system broadly similar to the UK and US - Legally trained professionals Strong pool of law graduates and attorney-qualified candidates - Native English speakers Clear written and verbal communication skills - US & UK working hours Candidates available to work US and UK business hours - Significant savings Premium talent at a fraction of the cost of an onshore hiring ### LATAM - US time-zone alignment Significant overlap with US working hours - Bilingual capabilities Strong support for Spanish and Portuguese speaking clients and markets - Nearshore proximity Convenient travel and closer cultural alignment with US firms - Established legal talent pool Large number of professionals with prior experience supporting US law firms remotely - Significant savings Access premium legal talent at up to 70% less than the cost of comparable onshore hires Quality Assurance ## Our Screening Process Only the top 3% of applicants make it through our rigorous six-stage vetting process. ### Application 7,000+ Applicants Legal professionals apply to join our candidate network and complete role-specific screening questions aligned to their practice area, jurisdiction, and level of experience. ### Written Assessment 2,800 Assessed Shortlisted applicants provide detailed written responses, enabling us to evaluate their technical expertise, communication skills, and suitability for remote work with international legal teams. ### Video Interview 1,050 Interviewed Candidates who meet our written assessment standards and minimum requirements are invited to complete a structured video interview. ### Candidate Shortlist 420 Shortlisted Our team carefully reviews each interview and identifies the most capable and commercially aligned legal professionals for progression. ### CV & Employment Verification 210 Verified We review each CV to confirm that the candidate's professional history, qualifications, and experience accurately reflect their application. ### Reference & Background Checks Top 3% Approved Comprehensive professional reference and police background checks are completed before any candidate is placed with a client. Reviews ## What people say about us Client Reviews "Our firm has been using Lawcru as our staffing resource for paralegals for several months and are very happy with the quality of the paralegals." A Andrew Shorb and Connor "My firm has been extremely pleased with our LawCru employees, and the LawCru team has been great to work with." J Joshua Kwartler Manus "We've had an excellent experience with LawCru. The interview process and onboarding were seamless. The employees are professional, hardworking, and learned quickly. They fit right into our team." K Kristin NK Patent Law "Our firm has been using Lawcru as our staffing resource for paralegals for several months and are very happy with the quality of the paralegals." A Andrew Shorb and Connor "My firm has been extremely pleased with our LawCru employees, and the LawCru team has been great to work with." J Joshua Kwartler Manus "We've had an excellent experience with LawCru. The interview process and onboarding were seamless. The employees are professional, hardworking, and learned quickly. They fit right into our team." K Kristin NK Patent Law "Our firm has been using Lawcru as our staffing resource for paralegals for several months and are very happy with the quality of the paralegals." A Andrew Shorb and Connor "My firm has been extremely pleased with our LawCru employees, and the LawCru team has been great to work with." J Joshua Kwartler Manus "We've had an excellent experience with LawCru. The interview process and onboarding were seamless. The employees are professional, hardworking, and learned quickly. They fit right into our team." K Kristin NK Patent Law "Our firm has been using Lawcru as our staffing resource for paralegals for several months and are very happy with the quality of the paralegals." A Andrew Shorb and Connor "My firm has been extremely pleased with our LawCru employees, and the LawCru team has been great to work with." J Joshua Kwartler Manus "We've had an excellent experience with LawCru. The interview process and onboarding were seamless. The employees are professional, hardworking, and learned quickly. They fit right into our team." K Kristin NK Patent Law Candidate Reviews "The team at LawCru are fantastic! They not only assist you in getting placement but follow up and manage any issues you may have. Extremely Candidate centred and compassionate from the first step." T Tanita Placed Candidate "I found an amazing placement at a U.S based law firm through them. I was guided well during the process. They responded on time, always checking in. I am very happy I found LawCru." H Heather Placed Candidate "LawCru's team is so supportive and compassionate towards people. They are also focused on getting you the perfect match. I will 100% recommend them." S Steffani Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru made the recruitment journey effortless from the beginning. Great communication and even after, monthly check ins. Everyone is super helpful, friendly and committed to your success." Y Yolanda Placed Candidate "I am deeply grateful to the LawCru team for the incredible impact they've had on my career. Their unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to my success have elevated my professional journey." E Ellen Placed Candidate "A fantastic company - whether you're looking for a job or remote legal support, LawCru is where to go!" J Jenna Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru are fantastic! They not only assist you in getting placement but follow up and manage any issues you may have. Extremely Candidate centred and compassionate from the first step." T Tanita Placed Candidate "I found an amazing placement at a U.S based law firm through them. I was guided well during the process. They responded on time, always checking in. I am very happy I found LawCru." H Heather Placed Candidate "LawCru's team is so supportive and compassionate towards people. They are also focused on getting you the perfect match. I will 100% recommend them." S Steffani Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru made the recruitment journey effortless from the beginning. Great communication and even after, monthly check ins. Everyone is super helpful, friendly and committed to your success." Y Yolanda Placed Candidate "I am deeply grateful to the LawCru team for the incredible impact they've had on my career. Their unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to my success have elevated my professional journey." E Ellen Placed Candidate "A fantastic company - whether you're looking for a job or remote legal support, LawCru is where to go!" J Jenna Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru are fantastic! They not only assist you in getting placement but follow up and manage any issues you may have. Extremely Candidate centred and compassionate from the first step." T Tanita Placed Candidate "I found an amazing placement at a U.S based law firm through them. I was guided well during the process. They responded on time, always checking in. I am very happy I found LawCru." H Heather Placed Candidate "LawCru's team is so supportive and compassionate towards people. They are also focused on getting you the perfect match. I will 100% recommend them." S Steffani Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru made the recruitment journey effortless from the beginning. Great communication and even after, monthly check ins. Everyone is super helpful, friendly and committed to your success." Y Yolanda Placed Candidate "I am deeply grateful to the LawCru team for the incredible impact they've had on my career. Their unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to my success have elevated my professional journey." E Ellen Placed Candidate "A fantastic company - whether you're looking for a job or remote legal support, LawCru is where to go!" J Jenna Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru are fantastic! They not only assist you in getting placement but follow up and manage any issues you may have. Extremely Candidate centred and compassionate from the first step." T Tanita Placed Candidate "I found an amazing placement at a U.S based law firm through them. I was guided well during the process. They responded on time, always checking in. I am very happy I found LawCru." H Heather Placed Candidate "LawCru's team is so supportive and compassionate towards people. They are also focused on getting you the perfect match. I will 100% recommend them." S Steffani Placed Candidate "The team at LawCru made the recruitment journey effortless from the beginning. Great communication and even after, monthly check ins. Everyone is super helpful, friendly and committed to your success." Y Yolanda Placed Candidate "I am deeply grateful to the LawCru team for the incredible impact they've had on my career. Their unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to my success have elevated my professional journey." E Ellen Placed Candidate "A fantastic company - whether you're looking for a job or remote legal support, LawCru is where to go!" J Jenna Placed Candidate Why LawCru ## Why Law Firms Choose LawCru A founder-led approach, exceptional talent and flexible, cost-effective engagements — built around how modern law firms actually work. ### Founded by Lawyers LawCru was founded by a lawyer, giving us a genuine understanding of the operational and commercial challenges law firms face. ### High-Quality Candidates We pride ourselves on sourcing exceptional legal talent and maintaining a highly selective recruitment process. ### Significant Cost Savings Access experienced legal support at a fraction of the cost of comparable onshore hires. ### Free Replacement Guarantee If a candidate is not the right fit, we will provide a replacement at no additional cost. ### Flexible Engagements Our monthly rolling contracts allow firms to scale support up or down as requirements change. ### Reduce Overheads Avoid the costs associated with additional office space, equipment and employee overheads. ### Payroll Managed for You We handle payroll, keeping the process simple and efficient for your firm. FAQs ## Common questions ### Who holds the contractual relationship? ### What's the contract duration? ### Can we meet candidates before hiring? ### What are the payment terms? ### How do you screen candidates? ### How is confidentiality handled? ### What if the hire doesn't work out? ### Where are contractors based? ## Ready to find your perfect hire? Book a free consultation and receive 3 curated video profiles within 24 hours. [Book a Call](https://calendly.com/hello-lawcru/30min) ## Try our 60 Second Matching tool Answer 5 quick questions and get matched with pre-vetted legal talent in seconds. [Try 60s Matching Tool](/candidate-matching-tool) [LAW CRU ](/) Remote legal staffing, simplified. 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