Paralegal at Clark Construction Group, LLC

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Legal Research, eDiscovery, Claims Management, Litigation Support, Regulatory Compliance, Subpoena Response, Document Management, WestLaw, PACER, Corporate Law, Construction Law

Industry

Construction

Description

Clark seeks 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 Clark’s insured claim and litigation docket, leading the Company’s eDiscovery process, managing Clark’s owner and corporate contracts, and responding to subpoenas. The Paralegal will also provide support for a wide-range of risk and legal activities. Responsibilities 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. 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, merger and acquisition agreements and other contracts for litigation, claims, and investigations. Identify, implement, and ensure best practices and processes for litigation, discovery and claim management. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree, with a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program. Experience as a paralegal, 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 part of team. Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark. Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. Asset Solutions Altura Associates Coda Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate S2N Technology Group Building & Infrastructure Atkinson Construction Shirley Contracting Company C3M Power Systems Equal Opportunity Employer Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.

Responsibilities

The Paralegal manages the insured claim and litigation docket, leads the eDiscovery process, and handles corporate contracts and subpoenas. They also provide general support for risk management and legal activities within the construction industry.