Paralegal & Contracts Specialist — Construction

Ghafari Associates; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates seeks a Paralegal/Legal Assistant in Dearborn to manage contracts, assist in litigation, and track corporate registrations. You will support outside counsel, coordinate subconsultant agreements, and ensure compliance with Ghafari’s policies.

Strong communication and attention to detail are essential. The role requires an associate degree with paralegal certification and at least 5 years of experience; AIA software experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field.
• Paralegal certification is required.
• At least 5 years of paralegal/legal assistant experience; AEC company experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate litigation and claims support, including responding to discovery requests and assisting outside counsel.
• Process, review, and coordinate contracts, amendments, and correspondence for construction agreements; track status.
• Research Foreign Corporation Registration, licensure, and state registrations relevant to A/E functions.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies (preferred)

Tools

AIA Contract software

Job description

Ghafari Associates seeks a Paralegal/Legal Assistant in Dearborn to manage contracts, assist in litigation, and track corporate registrations. You will support outside counsel, coordinate subconsultant agreements, and ensure compliance with Ghafari’s policies.

Strong communication and attention to detail are essential. The role requires an associate degree with paralegal certification and at least 5 years of experience; AIA software experience is a plus.