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Corporate Paralegal
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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$73,658 / year median in Illinois
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Corporate Paralegal Springfield Clinic - 3.4 Springfield, IL Job Details Full-time $63,980.80 - $95,971.20 a year 7 hours ago Qualifications Project reporting Contract dispute resolution Contract documentation review Managing legal databases Contract review Confidential information handling Contract law compliance support experience Safety protocol adherence Legal negotiation Business support experience for legal executives Customer service Team leadership Professional ethics Contract interpretation Legal risk management Filing Performance Reporting Project timeline management Contract performance monitoring Legal document sorting and filing Metrics Reporting Contract management experience in healthcare Databases Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Contract drafting Task prioritization Decision making Industry trends Legal drafting Full Job Description The Corporate Paralegal is a key member of the legal team, providing comprehensive support for the Deputy Chief Counsel and Compliance Officer, with a focus on contract review and administration and transaction and corporate governance support. In addition, this role oversees a team of contract coordinators to ensure that contracts are properly drafted, negotiated, executed, and maintained. Job Relationships Reports to Deputy Chief Counsel and Compliance Officer Principal Responsibilities Coordinate the drafting, reviewing, editing, processing, executing, and maintaining of contracts in accordance with Springfield Clinic policies and standards. Implement best practices for contract management. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts meet business requirements. Oversee team of contract coordinators. Act as a point of contact for contract-related inquiries and facilitate communication between parties involved. Assist in the negotiation and amendment of contracts as needed, addressing terms, conditions, and discrepancies. Identify and communicate potential risks or issues associated with contracts to relevant parties and propose solutions. Assess various types of business proposals and determine appropriate legal contract template to be prepared and utilized. Obtain legal review of proposed contracts as required and communicate results. Support contract dispute resolution and provide documentation as necessary. Monitor contract timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure compliance and timely execution. Maintain organized contract records and databases, ensuring information is up-to-date, accurate, and easily accessible. Communicate contract changes/updates to appropriate departments. Provide periodic reports on contract status, metrics, and performance to Administration. Organize, review, and analyze due diligence documents and information in connection with transactions. Assist in maintaining corporate records, preparing material for administrative, committee, and board meetings, and drafting and filing corporate governance documents. Provide general administrative support. Conduct legal research on various topics. Follow Clinic policies and procedures. Follow safety practices in performance of all job duties. Stay updated on industry best practices, legal requirements, and trends related to contract management. Provide excellent customer service. Perform other job duties as assigned. Education/Experience Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred. 5+ years in-house or law firm experience preferred. Proven experience in contract management. Prior leadership experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong ethical and professional conduct in handling confidential and sensitive information. Proficiency in using contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced, physician-driven environment. Strong attention to detail and organizational and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various stakeholders. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Problem-solving skills. Positive attitude. Working Environment Office environment. PHI/Privacy Level HIPAA3