Paralegal/Contract Admin
Robert Half · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementTemporary
Responsibilities
- Manage administrative and legal support tasks related to public records and information requests, including reviewing materials and preparing appropriate redactions.
- Aid in litigation matters by coordinating subpoena responses, organizing case-related documents, and supporting attorneys with follow-up activities.
- Draft, revise, and maintain policies and related legal documents in alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee contract administration activities for vendor and commercial agreements, including document review, tracking, and coordination with legal and procurement stakeholders.
- Support attorneys with case organization, document management, and preparation needed for ongoing civil litigation matters.
- Communicate with internal teams to gather information, clarify issues, and help move legal and contractual matters through established public-sector processes.
- Maintain accuracy and manage deadlines within case management or document tracking tools to support timely legal operations.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in a paralegal, contract administration, or related legal support role.
- Background supporting civil litigation, discovery, subpoena handling, or trial preparation activities.
- Experience reviewing, managing, or coordinating vendor contracts and commercial agreements.
- Ability to draft or edit policies, legal documents, and related administrative materials with strong attention to detail.
- Comfort working in a government, public-sector, or similarly process-driven environment where information access may be limited.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Proficiency with case management software or other legal document management systems.
- Strong judgment, persistence, and a calm approach when handling complex issues or slower-moving processes.
Qualifications
- Paralegal, Contract Administration, or Related Legal Support Role Experience
- Civil Litigation, Discovery, Subpoena Handling, or Trial Preparation Experience
- Vendor Contracts and Commercial Agreements Management Experience
- Policies and Legal Documents Drafting/Editing Skills
- Government/Public-Sector Environment Familiarity
- Organizational and Time Management Skills
- Case Management Software Proficiency
- Judgment and Persistence in Complex Processes
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
- Project Management
- Legal Document Management
- Public Sector Process Understanding
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan Eligibility
Pay
The pay range for this position is $30,000 to $45,000 annually.
Schedule
Details on the schedule are not specified.