Department Legal Clerk at Swinerton Builders in Arvada, Colorado

Job Description:

Compensation Range:
$24.00 - $32.00 Hourly Rate

Job Description Summary:
Provides support to the department attorneys on matters that include but are not limited to conducting research, reviewing project documents to support claims, reviewing various contracts, assisting with corporate documents, and performing other administrative and clerical duties as requested.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Researches relevant codes, regulations, and case law to support attorneys.


• Reviews project documentation to support claims as directed by attorneys or Claims Department.


• Analyzes claim documents, ensuring accurate statement and depiction of facts, case law, and precedent provided. Reports any inconsistencies or suggested revisions to the attorney or Claims Department.


• Supports attorneys and Claims Department to review project documents, draft letters and other claim documents as directed by attorneys.


• Attends and assists with attorney meetings with operations and outside counsel as required.


• Preparing and organizing various types of tangible evidence as needed.


• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent legal education required; superior academic credentials preferred.


• Basic understanding of law, court procedures, court systems, and applicable law, and/or ability to research such.


• Two or more years of administrative experience supporting a team of professionals. Experience supporting a legal team a plus.


• Strong sense of accountability, integrity and taking ownership over projects and responsibilities, and resolving issues proactively.


• Reliability, dependability and flexibility.


• Proven history of taking initiative, working independently, and using good judgement.


• Strong team player skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals at all levels of an organization.


• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to manage multiple demands, priorities, and projects simultaneously


• Highly organized and detail oriented.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional telephone manner and business writing skills.


• Superior analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Anticipated Job Application Deadline:
04/15/2025