Paralegal

We are looking for a Paralegal to support legal operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract position will assist attorneys with litigation support, document coordination, and day-to-day legal administration while helping keep matters organized and moving forward. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate records in legal matter and document management systems, ensuring files are organized and up to date. • Review and route incoming legal correspondence, including service of process materials, and take appropriate action on time-sensitive requests such as subpoenas. • Provide daily support to litigation and employment counsel through administrative coordination and legal support activities. • Help manage legal hold processes and support discovery efforts by gathering information and coordinating materials for review. • Work with outside service providers to facilitate discovery-related tasks, document production, and other case support needs. • Assist with subpoena responses and related documentation while tracking deadlines and maintaining compliance. • Contribute to case organization and trial preparation activities by assembling records, monitoring status updates, and supporting attorney workflows. • Offer support for intellectual property or marketing-related legal reviews when needed, including opportunities to expand in these areas.
The pay range for this position is 27 to 33. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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Qualifications:

• Experience supporting litigation matters in a paralegal or legal assistant capacity.
• Working knowledge of discovery processes, subpoena handling, and civil litigation procedures.
• Familiarity with case management or document management software used in legal environments.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with attorneys, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to team-based work.
• Capacity to learn new legal processes quickly and adapt to changing workload demands.

Compensation

$28.50-$33.00 Hourly

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