Paralegal - Government Contracts; Chicago

Introduction

At Taft, we work as one team, driven and committed to helping our clients succeed. A full-service law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys and over 2,000 on our team, we have the collaborative approach, advanced technological resources, and depth of services that make us a preeminent law firm.

Taft is seeking a paralegal to serve our Government Contracts team in Taft’s Chicago office.

We are seeking a Paralegal with 2+ years’ experience to support our Government Contracts team in the Chicago office. All Taft employees operate under a “Client First” philosophy—in all things, we seek to provide exceptional services to our clients.

• Draft government compliance program applications on behalf of Clients. Compliance program applications consist of, but are by no means limited to:
  Minority and Women Business Enterprise Certifications, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certifications, Airport Concessionaire Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certifications, Secretary of State registrations and reporting requirements and lobbying requirements.
• Responds to requests for information on behalf of Clients.
• Draft formal proposals on behalf of clients responding to government requests for proposals.
• Draft and/or revise contracts for Clients.
• Be able to effectively communicate with Clients and government officials regarding compliance programs, status updates, ongoing issues and new developments.
• Assist in researching and/or drafting bid protests and utilization good faith effort waiver requests.
• Drafting Client utilization plans and/or good faith effort waiver requests.
• Monitor ongoing contract utilization for Clients.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software, Smart Sheets and/or ability to learn quickly without diminishing performance standards.
• Experience in a legal or professional setting strongly preferred.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality standards (keeps confidential all information concerning firm matters and clients).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Writes clearly and informatively.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines to deliver high-quality work product.
• Highly organized, ability to multitask on a variety of projects.
• Ability to learn new technology and software quickly and exhibit comfort and competence with new software and technological opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to professionally interact with clients, government agencies and practice group members.

Interested candidates should apply here.

Taft offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bonus and more. The salary range for this position is $80,000/yr. – $105,000/yr. Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted information based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.