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Owens Corning

Corporate Paralegal

Lansing, MI · On-site

$68K - $91K/yr

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Corporate Paralegal supports a broad and evolving range of legal and ... Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for apprentice paralegal in Michigan is $43,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,600.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Paralegal job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $43,007 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Paralegal Admin Specialist

Contact Government Services, LLC

Detroit, MI • On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Paralegal Admin Specialist
Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level
Department: Legal Support
 
CGS is seeking a Paralegal to process electronic legal instruments, assist with trial prep and hearings, and provide additional legal support for a large federal agency.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills and attributes for success:
       A Paralegal/Administrative Specialist performs, but is not limited to the following duties:
       Provide Apprentice examination of legal instruments
       Review legal instruments (completeness of information, proper execution)
       Provides direct support to Litigation Support Unit, attorneys and paralegals regarding functional and administrative duties as needed
       Determine correctness of action (per Government regulations, procedures, etc).
       Research records (to ascertain conditions that might preclude action)
       Assists with various tasks within the Litigation Support Unit on a daily basis to include the processing of data and evidence for cases and the completion of discovery productions
       Assist with the preparation of trial and hearing presentations and demonstratives
       Collects and compiles statistical data as necessary for various reports
       Provide assistance within the Administrative Division on project-based work as well as coverage of administrative duties during employee vacations
       Proficiency with numerous software and databases including, but not limited to, MICROSOFT SUITE.
 
Qualifications:
       Attention to detail and the ability to read and follow directions
       Good oral and written communications skills
       Two-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
 
Our Commitment:
 
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
 
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
 
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
 
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
       Health, Dental, and Vision
       Life Insurance
       401k
       Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
       Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
 
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
 
Join our team and become part of government innovation!
 
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
 
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/
 
For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
 
Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916
Email: [email protected]

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$45,000 - $55,000 a year
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