Paralegal

Reports to:  Head of Outsourcing
Department:  Corporate/M&A
Location:  100% Remote
Type:  Independent Contractor
Working Hours:  Eastern Standard Time (EST) 

About Sterlington

Sterlington PLLC is a full-service law firm focusing on complex corporate, litigation, executive compensation, and private wealth matters. As a firm, we focus on the economic as well as the legal aspects of our matters. Among other strengths, Sterlington is the ultimate law firm for founders, senior executives, and UHNWIs as well as their related businesses. Learn more at: www.sterlingtonlaw.com 

The Opportunity

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytically minded Paralegal to join our Legal Operations & Outsourcing team.

This role is centered on two core areas:

Analyzing contracts to produce clear, structured summaries and reports

Supporting the workflow of contract review and negotiation across matters

You will work closely with lawyers and internal teams to ensure contract-related work is organized, trackable, and executed efficiently. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with documents, data, and structured processes in a high-performance environment.

What You’ll Do

Contract Analysis & Reporting

Review contracts and extract key terms, risks, and obligations

Prepare clear, structured summaries and reports for internal and client use

Organize and categorize contract data to support tracking and decision-making

Maintain consistency and accuracy across high-volume contract workflows

Contract Workflow & Coordination

Support the end-to-end workflow of contract review and negotiation

Track status, deadlines, and versions across multiple contracts and stakeholders

Coordinate inputs between lawyers and external providers

Ensure timely follow-ups and smooth progression of contract-related tasks

Enhance the processes and data analysis capabilities through the utilization of artificial intelligence tools.

Supporting Operations

Assist with document organization and record management related to contracts

Contribute to improving clarity and efficiency in contract workflows over time

What Success Looks Like

Consistently high-quality, accurate contract summaries and reports

Smooth, well-managed contract workflows with no breakdowns in tracking or communication

Improved turnaround times and operational clarity across matters

Strong reliability and ownership in a detail-driven environment

What We’re Looking For

Legal background (paralegal, legal operations, or similar)

1–3+ years of relevant experience

Hands-on AI fluency — you have built and deployed workflows in a professional context 

Experience reviewing contracts or working with legal documents

Strong analytical skills, with experience in data, reporting, or structured workflows

Proficiency in Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables) or similar tools

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage process-driven work

Clear and professional written communication skills

Why Join Sterlington

Work on sophisticated, high-impact legal matters in a modern, agile firm

Gain exposure to legal operations, contract analysis, and workflow management

Operate in a remote-first, globally integrated team

Collaborate directly with experienced lawyers in a lean, high-performance environment

At Sterlington, we believe that world-class talent has no boundaries. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where unique perspectives are valued and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.