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How much do temporary project attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary project attorney in Minnesota is $118,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,100.00 and $135,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary project attorney?

Temporary Project Attorneys are legal professionals hired on a short-term basis to assist with specific legal projects or matters, such as document review, litigation support, or due diligence. They typically work for law firms, corporations, or legal staffing agencies to handle a surge in workload or to cover for permanent staff absences. These roles are often project-based and can range from a few weeks to several months, depending on the employer's needs. Temporary Project Attorneys are usually required to have a law degree and an active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary project attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Project Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, an active law license, and a solid grounding in legal research, document review, and litigation support. Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity, Concordance, or Logikcull, as well as proficiency in document management systems, is typically required. Strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate legal review, efficient workflow, and the ability to meet tight deadlines in fast-paced legal projects.

What are some common challenges faced by temporary project attorneys, and how can they be addressed?

Temporary Project Attorneys often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new teams and workflows, as assignments can vary greatly in scope and duration. They may need to familiarize themselves with unique document review platforms, case specifics, and client protocols on short notice. Building strong communication with supervising attorneys and proactively seeking clarification on expectations can help address these challenges. Additionally, maintaining flexibility and a strong attention to detail are key to succeeding in these fast-paced environments.

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Temporary Project Attorney jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Temporary Project Attorney job openings:

Infographic showing various Temporary Project Attorney job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,328 per year, or $56.9 per hour.

Senior Paralegal

Eden Prairie, MN

Aston Carter
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 5K employees

$40 - $55/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Job Description

The Paralegal will support Enterprise Procurement and Legal teams within a large corporate environment, playing a critical role in contract review, remediation, drafting support, and contract lifecycle management. This position is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and has extensive experience partnering with legal, procurement, compliance, and business stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-volume contracting activities that directly impact organizational operations and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Review contracts and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
  • Assist with drafting amendments, notices, summaries, and standardized contract templates.
  • Support contract remediation and repapering projects across the organization.
  • Monitor contract milestones, key dates, obligations, and approval workflows to ensure timely action and compliance.
  • Coordinate contract execution activities between legal, procurement, and business stakeholders.
  • Maintain contract records, documentation, and repositories within contract management systems.
  • Support contract intake, routing, execution, and ongoing contract lifecycle management processes.
  • Identify non-standard contract terms and escalate potential legal risks to attorneys as appropriate.
  • Assist with reporting, tracking, and operational initiatives related to enterprise contracting activities.
  • Organize and manage large volumes of contract documentation to support efficient access and oversight.

Essential Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in paralegal work, contract management, legal operations, or a closely related field.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial contracting processes and contract lifecycle management.
  • Proven experience reviewing, organizing, and maintaining large volumes of contract documentation.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional business partners, including legal, procurement, compliance, and business stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Hands-on experience with contract management practices and documentation control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Healthcare industry experience.
  • Banking or financial services contract experience.
  • Experience supporting large enterprise organizations.
  • Partnering with corporate legal departments, procurement teams, or sourcing organizations.
  • Familiarity with technology, professional services, and operational agreements.
  • Experience supporting contract remediation, repapering, amendments, renewals, and compliance initiatives.
  • Experience maintaining contract repositories and tracking contractual obligations.
  • Knowledge of contract management systems and document management platforms.

Work Environment

This role operates within a large corporate environment that emphasizes complex, enterprise-level contracting activities and cross-functional collaboration. The position requires working in the office 3–4 days per week, offering regular in-person interaction with legal, procurement, compliance, and business teams. The culture centers on caring, connection, and growth, with a focus on improving accessibility, affordability, and outcomes in the healthcare space. Employees benefit from extensive career development opportunities, internal mobility, competitive benefits, and exposure to sophisticated contract management systems and document management platforms in a professional, fast-paced setting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.


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At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless. Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MA, US