Paralegal/Claims Adjuster
Our client, a leader in the construction is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its Risk Management Group. The Paralegal works day-to-day with our risk management team and is responsible for managing claims and litigations docket, leading the Company’s eDiscovery process, managing and corporate contracts, and responding to subpoenas. The Paralegal will also provide support for a wide-range of risk and legal activities.
Company Overview:
Our client is one of the largest privately held general contractors in the United States, delivering complex building and infrastructure projects across commercial, civil, and government sectors.
Revenue: $6B–$7B annually
Employees: 4,000–5,000+
Operates nationally with deep expertise in:
- Commercial & mixed-use development
- Infrastructure & heavy civil
- Aviation & transportation
- Healthcare & life sciences
- Federal and government construction
Responsibilities:
- Provide support for claims management and litigation.
- Oversee and manage all elements of the Company’s eDiscovery obligations, including the legal hold and document collection processes.
- Oversee and prepare responses to third-party subpoenas and record requests on behalf of the Company.
- Review, analyze and synthesize pleadings, documents, and contracts for litigation, claims, and investigations.
- Identify, implement, and ensure best practices and processes for litigation, discovery and claim management.
- Assist with contract management, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and organizing various contracts such as vendor agreements, subcontracts, and contracts with project owners.
- Conduct legal research on various construction law topics, regulatory compliance, and corporate matters.
- Assist with ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations applicable to the construction industry.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, with a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or equivalent experience as a claims adjuster.
- Experience as a paralegal or claims adjuster, preferably within the construction industry or a corporate legal department.
- Strong understanding of contract law, corporate law, and general legal principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in legal research software (such as WestLaw and PACER) and document management systems.
- Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with proactive follow-through and minimal supervision under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including ability to handle difficult or sensitive information in a tactful and confidential manner as position will interact with employees throughout the organization.
- Superior work ethic, self-starter with strong initiative and ability to operate independently and as a part of a team.
For additional information contact, Peter French, pfrench@rogangroup.com or call 443-691-1494.
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