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Robert Half Paralegal in Wheeling, Illinois
Description
Robert Half is partnering with a well‑established, growing organization in the manufacturing sector to identify a full‑time Paralegal to join its team in Wheeling, IL. This role offers broad exposure to corporate legal matters and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as the position evolves. The ideal candidate will have strong experience supporting commercial contracts, intellectual property administration, and general corporate legal functions in either an in‑house or law firm environment.
Responsibilities
Review, draft, redline, and manage commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, customer agreements, and master service agreements (MSAs)
Manage docketing and administration for trademarks and patents, including filings, renewals, and coordination with outside counsel
Provide legal administrative support, including document management, compliance tracking, and recordkeeping
Assist with employment‑related matters and support internal stakeholders in coordination with outside counsel
Review marketing and advertising materials for legal and regulatory compliance
Serve as a point of contact for outside counsel on a variety of legal matters
Support business administration projects and legal operations initiatives as the role matures over time
Requirements
Qualifications
5+ years of paralegal experience
Strong background in commercial contract review and contract lifecycle management
Experience with trademark and patent docketing and administration
Familiarity with employment‑related legal support and marketing/advertising review
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document/document management systems
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, on‑site corporate environment
Benefits:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
PTO
And much more!
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