Temporary Paralegal

Our client is seeking a Temporary Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to two staff attorneys. This position will assist with a variety of legal matters, including public records requests, legal research, contract and agreement review, and the preparation of legal documents. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and public records requests.
• Conduct legal, regulatory, and policy research as assigned.
• Draft, review, organize, and maintain legal documents and correspondence.
• Support the preparation and administration of grant award agreements.
• Assist with the review and tracking of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Prepare and maintain performance agreements and related documentation.
• Compile, review, and summarize incentive agreements and incentive summaries.
• Organize and maintain legal files, records, and databases.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to gather information and documentation.
• Perform other legal and administrative support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience working with contracts, agreements, public records requests, or government legal matters is a plus.
• Strong legal research and document review skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Benefits & Compensation

• $25/hr 
• FGP offers contract employees benefits including minimum essential coverage insurance, a fixed indemnity plan and a 401k retirement plan once eligibility requirements are met.