Contracts Paralegal

J. Morrissey; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Morrissey & Company is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Paralegal for a 6-week in-office assignment in Hartford, CT. The role focuses on contract administration, drafting, and document management, with interaction across attorneys and leadership.

Ideal candidates have paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office. The position is a short-term, office-based contract with potential extension based on workflow.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting, reviewing, or preparing contracts and amendments.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong MS Office proficiency.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with attorneys and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the contract management process, including receiving and reviewing contract requests.
• Gather and organize information needed by attorneys to draft and amend contracts.
• Assist with contract preparation, revisions, and document management.
• Follow established procedures while working under the guidance and oversight of attorneys.
• Respond to requests from attorneys and leadership regarding contracts, contract terms, and document access.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure documentation is organized and accessible.

Skills

Strong organizational skills and high;

Attention to detail

Ability to work with attorneys and领导

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Contracts Paralegal Pay: $25–$30 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, in office

Duration: 6-week contract, with the possibility of extending to 8 weeks

Job Scope

We are seeking a detail-oriented Contract Manager to support contract administration and management processes. This role is well suited for someone with a paralegal background or strong legal administrative experience, particularly in contract preparation, drafting, and document management. The ideal candidate is organized, proficient in Microsoft Office, and comfortable working with attorneys and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the contract management process, including receiving and reviewing contract requests.
• Gather and organize information needed by attorneys to draft and amend contracts.
• Assist with contract preparation, revisions, and document management.
• Follow established procedures while working under the guidance and oversight of attorneys.
• Respond to requests from attorneys and leadership regarding contracts, contract terms, and document access.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure documentation is organized and accessible.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with contracts, preferably in a legal, paralegal, or legal administrative setting.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, or preparing contracts and contract amendments strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage requests, handle confidential information, and work effectively with attorneys and leadership.

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