<p>Robert Half is seeking a full-time Legal Services Manager for a global industrial company. This unique role offers a dual focus on data privacy and U.S. customs and trade compliance. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with proven experience in regulatory compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and legal operations. This is a high-impact position with visibility across legal, IT, HR, and global business units.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead bi-monthly cross-functional Privacy Team meetings to review new and ongoing privacy initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate and analyze Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new HR and IT systems.</li><li>Support EU Works Council consultation processes for HR and IT projects.</li><li>Draft and manage EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for intragroup data transfers.</li><li>Monitor global privacy regulatory developments and advise internal stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with legal and compliance teams on privacy-related projects.</li><li>Serve as internal liaison for U.S. Customs ACE portal access and reporting.</li><li>Create Power BI dashboards and reports using ACE data for internal audits and reviews.</li><li>Manage Descartes Visual Compliance tool: user access, training, and reporting.</li><li>Support “Know Your Customer” (KYC) documentation reviews and training.</li><li>Deliver trade compliance training sessions and maintain internal compliance resources.</li><li>Coordinate with vendors to ensure trade compliance tools are up to date and effectively used.</li><li>Consolidate and review import/export data from UK operations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a reputable law firm in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys specializing in commercial litigation. This position requires a proactive individual who can effectively manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to the success of the firm's legal operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide administrative and executive support to a team of attorneys, ensuring seamless workflow in a fast-paced litigation environment.</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents such as complaints, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and affidavits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Handle electronic filing for Federal and Circuit Courts, including coordination with local county clerks.</p><p>• Arrange for process servers and court reporters as needed to support litigation processes.</p><p>• Transcribe dictations and draft legal briefs, correspondence, and other documents with precision.</p><p>• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring all case materials are easily accessible and up-to-date.</p><p>• Assist in onboarding new matters by preparing client engagement letters and related documentation.</p><p>• Manage attorneys’ schedules, court deadlines, and appointments using Microsoft Outlook.</p><p>• Provide additional administrative support, including reception coverage, as necessary to ensure smooth office operations.</p>
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our corporate legal team in Libertyville, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will provide critical administrative and legal support to ensure the smooth operation of our legal department. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage sensitive information while assisting with a variety of legal and compliance-related tasks. <br> Responsibilities: • Assist attorneys and paralegals in drafting, reviewing, and editing a variety of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate policies. • Organize and maintain confidential case files, records, and legal documentation to ensure accessibility and accuracy. • Conduct thorough legal research and compile findings on matters related to compliance, contracts, and regulatory requirements. • Manage and update the company’s legal document systems, ensuring all information remains current and well-organized. • Coordinate and file compliance documents with state, federal, and regulatory agencies in a timely manner. • Facilitate communication between internal departments, external legal counsel, and other stakeholders on legal matters. • Prepare agendas, arrange meetings, and document minutes for legal department discussions. • Support the legal team in litigation or dispute-related tasks, such as organizing evidence and preparing case materials. • Monitor and report on legislative or regulatory changes that may affect the organization’s operations. • Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate discretion when handling sensitive corporate information. <br> The pay range for this position is $23 to $30. 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.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join a reputable law firm in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have substantial litigation experience and a strong background in managing legal documentation and trial preparation. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with dedicated attorneys to make a meaningful impact on behalf of the firm's clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Organize and maintain legal files to ensure all records are accurate and easily accessible.</li><li>Draft a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, disclosures, interrogatories, discovery requests, and motions.</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation, including the execution and management of necessary documentation.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients to address inquiries and provide updates, while also coordinating with experts as needed.</li><li>Assist with general legal support tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to legal standards.</li><li>Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence through both electronic and paper-based communication channels.</li><li>Initiate and monitor the progress of medical records requests to support ongoing cases.</li><li>Review, analyze, and organize large volumes of medical and legal records for litigation purposes.</li><li>Ensure all medical documents are updated, accurate, and meet necessary requirements for legal proceedings.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Corporate Counsel to join a global legal team in the northern suburbs. This role involves providing expert legal guidance and support to various business units within a global manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in commercial law and excel at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Offer legal counsel and advice on complex commercial, product, and technical matters to stakeholders across the organization.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals within the company to address cross-divisional issues, including sales and regional matters.</li><li>Provide specialized support in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, labor and employment, intellectual property, litigation, and compliance.</li><li>Participate in organizational initiatives requiring legal representation and input.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency in legal processes and support functions.</li><li>Manage relationships with external legal counsel to address specific projects and initiatives.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Winter is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the holiday season? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and bilingual Legal Assistant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role supports attorneys by performing various administrative and legal tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of legal processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of civil litigation and the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include the following: Firm pays 100% Health Insurance for the employee and all dependents, 401K+ match, PTO, and Holidays </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organizing legal documents.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and filing of legal documents in civil litigation cases.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and compile relevant information to support case preparation.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.</p><p>• Serve as a point of contact for clients, handling inquiries and translating communications between English and Spanish as needed.</p><p>• Coordinate with court personnel and other legal professionals to ensure timely submission of documents and compliance with deadlines.</p><p>• Draft correspondence, memos, and other legal documents as directed by attorneys.</p><p>• Monitor and manage case progress, providing regular updates to attorneys and clients.</p><p>• Perform general office duties, such as answering phones, handling mail, and maintaining office supplies.</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with an industry-leading global energy production company headquartered in the west suburbs who is looking to hire a Senior Paralegal - Corporate Governance with at least 5-10+ years of experience to join their in-house legal department. The Senior Paralegal - Corporate Governance will directly support the Deputy General Counsel and the legal department as a whole while handling the below responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have prior public company corporate governance experience including managing all board of directors responsibilities, global subsidiary management, and corporate & SEC related filings. The salary for this position is between $110-135K plus a 10% bonus target, and the company offers a flexible hybrid WFH schedule (2 days WFH per week). In addition, this position is eligible to participate in the company's comprehensive benefits package including medical (FSA & HSA), dental, vision, PTO, 401k (5% match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Senior Paralegal - Corporate Governance Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage all Corporate Governance and corporate maintenance activities</li><li>Prepare and manage all Board & Committee meeting matters</li><li>Global Subsidiary management</li><li>Annual Meeting and Diligence matters</li><li>Prepare Section 16 reports of changes in beneficial ownership of Company stock on Forms 3, 4 & 5 and file with the SEC</li><li>Assist with preparing and filing of multiple SEC documents including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and the Annual Meeting Proxy Statement</li><li>Support financing and other transactional matters</li><li>Corporate records and information management maintenance</li><li>Assist with all Compliance matters including the administration of the Annual Code of Conduct</li><li>Manage the tracking of the legal department budget</li><li>Assist with litigation support</li><li>Assist with special projects when needed</li></ul><p> </p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP & Sr. Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
<p>We’re seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our client’s leading family law firm in Chicago, IL. This role involves providing essential support to attorneys by managing legal documents, coordinating schedules, and ensuring court and meeting preparations are seamless. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate excellent organizational skills, and have a strong understanding of legal terminology and processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Organize and manage legal documents for client files and court proceedings.</p><p>• Coordinate schedules for attorneys, court reporters, and client meetings to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Prepare and set up virtual meetings for court appearances and conferences.</p><p>• Draft and file legal documents and pleadings with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Maintain and update docketing systems to track court dates, deadlines, and other critical events.</p><p>• Assist in discovery processes, including gathering and organizing relevant information.</p><p>• Create and manage financial affidavits to support case requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys to ensure timely preparation for mediations, trials, and other legal proceedings.</p><p>• Utilize case management software to streamline document handling and communication.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and external parties to facilitate case progress.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in Tipton, Indiana. In this role, you will handle a variety of legal and administrative tasks to support corporate and trademark activities while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization within the food and food processing industry. <br> Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and finalize legal documents such as broker agreements, confidentiality agreements, licenses, and sales contracts. • Compile and prepare litigation reports and departmental summaries to assist senior management decision-making. • Conduct legal research to support corporate activities and ensure compliance with applicable laws. • Organize and establish new corporate entities by preparing incorporation documents, partnership agreements, and filing necessary paperwork with the Secretary of State. • Update and maintain corporate records, including annual reports, shareholder minutes, resolutions, and assumed name filings. • Coordinate with registered agents to ensure adherence to state laws and obtain certificates of good standing as required. • Facilitate the legalization of foreign entity documents through Apostille or consular certification processes. • Perform trademark searches, draft trademark licenses, and collaborate with outside counsel to monitor registration activities. • Manage departmental contract systems and maintain organizational charts using specialized software. • Ensure adherence to safety procedures through training, proper use of equipment, and compliance with regulations. <br> The pay range for this position is $47 to $55. 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.
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a phenomenal boutique law firm located in the loop that's seeking to hire a Litigation Paralegal with at least 3-5+ years of experience to join their team. This Litigation Paralegal will assist lawyers by managing all aspects of large scale, complex construction litigation and arbitration including heavy e-discovery management. The position is paying between $80-110K plus bonus and the firm offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule. In addition, this position is eligible to participate in the company's comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k (firm match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage all phases of a litigation case including litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration, trial, and appellate procedures</li><li>Manage very large electronic and hard copy documents collections</li><li>Legal and factual cite checking including editing a brief to Blue Book standards</li><li>Assist with witness preparation, arbitration, mediation and trial preparation</li><li>Attend and assist at trials and arbitrations</li><li>Review, organize, and maintain legal documents/briefs/pleadings for all current cases.</li><li>Identify sources of potentially relevant documents for production.</li><li>Review records in response to subpoenas or discovery requests and ensure responsive records are properly served and privileged records are properly withheld, and privilege logs are served</li><li>Manage and organize e-discovery databases and ensure support staff is able to perform complex searches and review documentation in various e-discovery platforms</li><li>Source e-discovery vendors when required and negotiate terms/pricing</li></ul><p> </p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a full-service, mid-sized law firm located in the loop who is looking to hire a Litigation Paralegal with at least 1-2+ years of experience to join their medical malpractice defense litigation team. This Litigation Paralegal must have experience reviewing medical records, e-filing, and assisting with trial preparation responsibilities. This position is paying between $55-65K plus a yearly bonus and the firm offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule. This position is eligible to participate in the company's comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k (3% match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Obtain, organize, review and summarization of medical records</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and support</li><li>Oversee the preparation of records and deposition subpoenas</li><li>Provide support for discovery-related needs</li><li>Abstract and summarize medical records for easier access and reference</li><li>Conduct research, contacting and retaining medical experts as necessary</li><li>Assist with other support and clerical functions as the need arises</li><li>Proactively manage and prioritize multiple cases and tasks</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves supporting attorneys and clients with intellectual property matters, including trademark filings and maintenance. If you have experience in intellectual property law and thrive in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. <br> Responsibilities: • Review daily docket reports to identify pending actions, notify attorneys in advance, and ensure timely updates to records. • Send reminders to clients and foreign associates about upcoming deadlines and actions. • Conduct routine status checks on cases and update records accordingly. • Process incoming correspondence from organizations, foreign associates, and clients, including docketing and preparing response letters. • Prepare and file trademark, copyright, and domain name applications, as well as maintenance and renewal documents, within required timelines. • Coordinate with foreign associates on trademark applications, renewals, and maintenance. • Perform preliminary online searches for potential trademarks, summarize findings, and communicate results to attorneys. • Generate cost estimates for foreign trademark filings and share them with attorneys. • Compile status reports and summaries for attorneys and clients upon request. <br> The salary range for this position is $35 to $52. 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.
<p>Partnering with a leading global dairy company to find a skilled Corporate Paralegal to join their growing legal team. This Corporate Paralegal will support a dynamic in-house legal team across corporate, contracts, and labor & employment matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for stakeholder legal inquiries</li><li>Liaise with the Marketing team on legal matters, escalating as needed</li><li>Draft NDAs and other standard agreements using company templates</li><li>Upload finalized contracts into the contract management system</li><li>Coordinate legal projects and track progress</li><li>Collaborate with Engineering and Plant Management on CapEx projects</li><li>Assist with preparation of corporate governance documents</li><li>Prepare documents for subpoenas, personnel file requests, and agency charges</li><li>Draft discovery responses and legal documents under attorney supervision</li><li>Support compliance tasks, including document intake, updates, and process improvements</li><li>Contribute to cross-divisional legal initiatives supporting all U.S. business units</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager maintains superior attention to detail while managing multiple objectives concurrently. The following details are not definitive and subject to change based on organizational needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Management of day-to-day accounting operations and ensure processes are efficient.</li><li>Preparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.</li><li>Accounts Payable: Supervise accounts payable functions – invoices, reconciliations, weekly payments, and vendor relations.</li><li>Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable processes including billing, payments, review, analysis, and follow up.</li><li>Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements and employee reimbursements.</li><li>Prepare and enter required journal entries and other account reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Oversee the general accounting processes for inter-company, fixed assets, depreciation, CIP, bad debt, interest, and capital leases.</li><li>Evaluate new and existing customers for credit worthiness and limits. Analyze credit history and information related to applications for credit and overdue/delinquent accounts</li><li>Responsible for all collection activities including follow-ups with attorneys and outside collection agencies regarding legal activities. </li><li>Manage vendor contracts, insurance policies, licenses, and permits for both business entities.</li><li>Lead for internal and external audits to ensure full cooperation and compliance with all qualified requests.</li><li>Maintain strong internal control environment to safeguard assets, improve profitability, and manage business risks.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Paralegal to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Park Ridge, Illinois. This role requires expertise in estate planning and real estate, with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal projects. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply. </p><p> Responsibilities: • Prepare and review legal documents related to estate planning and real estate transactions. • Conduct thorough research to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. • Assist attorneys in drafting wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents. • Coordinate and manage real estate closings, including document preparation and communication with clients. • Maintain organized and up-to-date case files and legal records. • Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates and addressing their inquiries. • Translate legal documents or communications, if proficient in Polish. • Ensure all deadlines are met and prioritize tasks to support attorneys. • Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and improve efficiency. </p><p><br></p><p> The pay range for this position is $28.50 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.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Syndicated Loan Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves supporting financial operations by managing loan documentation, processing transactions, and ensuring accuracy in financial data. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in finance or accounting and possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with various teams to review and interpret loan documentation for accurate processing of new transactions.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage principal and fee-related payments during deal closings.</p><p>• Ensure all necessary documentation is collected and verified in collaboration with Transaction Coordinators and other stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee and prioritize a portfolio of assigned transactions to meet deadlines effectively.</p><p>• Reconcile exception reports for recently completed transactions to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Evaluate amendments to existing loan agreements and communicate changes to account managers.</p><p>• Maintain a high standard of accuracy in data entry and consistently minimize errors.</p><p>• Provide support during peak periods, including month-end and quarter-end closings.</p><p>• Assist in analyzing and interpreting credit agreements and other legal documents as part of the loan administration process.</p>
