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Clayco · 2 months ago

Paralegal and Contracts Administration Assistant

Chicago, IL, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$65K/yr - $85K/yr

1+ years exp

Clayco is a full-service real estate development and construction firm specializing in delivering high-quality solutions. The Paralegal and Contracts Administration Assistant will support the legal and contracts team with tasks related to contract administration, litigation support, and database management while utilizing AI-enhanced contract management tools.

Real Estate

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist with AI contract software for the preparation of construction contract terms and conditions summaries; and provide related support to the AI Software IntelAgree platform for contract management

Review, research, and respond to lien claims against project sites or real estate by subcontractors and suppliers; data entry of liens/releases to Lien database and status updates

Assist with litigation documentation, including reviewing and preparing responses to third party subpoenas and discovery requests

Draft cover letters, status reports, and internal and external emails related to subpoenas, and discovery requests

Maintain and update legal databases with current information on the status of pending matters, including the preparation of litigation status reports

Support the General Counsel and Senior Paralegal with litigation matters and document management

Organize and manage Box folders to ensure easy access to legal documentation and File sharing protocol

Use Westlaw or similar platforms for research and perform special research projects as assigned

Partner with internal departments to adapt to workflows and enhance processes with AI tools as assigned

Qualification

Paralegal CertificationContract AdministrationConstruction ContractsAI Contract SoftwareDatabase ManagementTech-SavvyAdministrative ExperienceResearch SkillsSoftwareTeam PlayerProblem-Solving SkillsWork Ethic

Required

Bachelor's Degree is required

1-2 years paralegal experience preferably in construction or contract-related fields

Understanding of construction, material supplier subcontracts, AIA form contracts, and purchase orders

Administrative experience required

Motivated, hardworking, team player willing to learn new software and technology administration skills

Strong technology skills and familiarity with basic software programs (Microsoft, Excel, Adobe Pro, etc.)

Tech-savvy: Eager to learn new platforms like IntelAgree and other AI-powered tools

Preferred

Paralegal Certification (preferred)

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!