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Posted August 14, 2026
Robert Half

Legal Admin OR Paralegal

Chicago, IL 60654-4744, US Temporary
Compensation: $23.75 to $27.50 Hourly

We are looking for a Legal Admin OR Paralegal to join a legal team on a contract basis. This position supports attorneys through a blend of case coordination, legal document preparation, research, and client-facing administrative work. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Responsibilities: • Prepare case summaries, status updates, and attorney-ready reports to support legal strategy and matter progression. • Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings and deadlines, and help keep case timelines on track. • Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients, relaying information and facilitating communication on behalf of the legal team. • Perform legal and factual research, assist with discovery activities, and gather information relevant to active matters. • Draft and revise legal materials, including pleadings, contracts, deposition-related documents, and correspondence. • File court documents accurately and on time, and manage outgoing materials sent to clients, courts, and opposing counsel. • Maintain organized case files by sorting, storing, and archiving records for both ongoing and closed matters. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments and share relevant updates that may affect current cases or legal procedures. • Obtain and maintain notary credentials and complete assigned training or development activities as required.
The pay range for this position is 20 to 32 based on experience. 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:

• Bachelor’s degree or completion of a Paralegal Certificate program.
• At least 2 years of experience in a paralegal or legal administrative support role.
• Demonstrated ability to research issues thoroughly and approach casework with an investigative mindset.
• Working knowledge of legal database platforms and case management software.
• Experience preparing legal correspondence and formal legal documentation.
• Familiarity with filing procedures in federal and civil courts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with effective time management abilities.
• Background supporting litigation matters, including discovery and trial preparation.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

About Us

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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