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Corporate Paralegal Jobs in Chicago, IL at Robert Half
Title: Corporate Paralegal
Company: Robert Half
Location: Chicago, IL
Corporate Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
A global manufacturing company with headquarters in Chicago is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join its in-house legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to support litigation, employment, compliance, and marketing review functions within a fast-paced corporate environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage legal matters and documents through the company’s matter management system
- Handle incoming legal correspondence, including service of process, subpoenas, and records requests
- Support employment and litigation attorneys with legal holds, discovery coordination, document management, and administrative tasks
- Coordinate with outside counsel, vendors, and internal stakeholders on litigation-related matters
- Assist with marketing and intellectual property review processes to ensure compliance with company policies
- Maintain accurate records and documentation while supporting legal operations and compliance initiatives
- Schedule meetings, prepare reports and correspondence, and provide general administrative support to the legal department
Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience in an in-house corporate legal department
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Paralegal certificate is a plus
- Experience with matter management, document management, and legal technology systems
- Experience handling subpoenas, records requests, service of process, and litigation support
- Exposure to marketing review and/or intellectual property matters is highly desirable
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ideal Candidate
- Detail-oriented and highly professional
- Strong team player with a proactive approach
- Quick learner who can work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Comfortable interacting with attorneys, business stakeholders, and external partners
- Thrives in a dynamic corporate environment experiencing significant growth and change
Position Details
- Hybrid schedule (2-3 days per week in downtown Chicago office)
- Ongoing contract opportunity
- 35-hour work week
- Business hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Business casual environment
The pay range for this position is $25-34/hour depending on experience. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include 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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