In-House Paralegal

General Contractor has an immediate opening for a Full-Time, In-House Paralegal to join the team.

Primary Responsibilities:

Insurance Cases/Construction Litigation

o    Notice to insurance carriers

o    Track all cases

o    Document Discovery

o    Constant communication with counsel

Due Diligence—All Projects

o    AIA 305 and attachments – legal

o    Sponsor Review (Limited and Full)

o    EO50 and attachments and PAC

o    Eviction

o    NYCHA Pre-Qualification

Closing Administration

o    Bonds

o    Insurance COI's and Endorsements

o    Signature & Transmission

o    Document Organization

Insurance

o    All Subcontractors policy review

o    All COI's current and WC

o    Correction of all Policies - as possible

o    Practice - Notias Policies – Renewals

o    NYCHA insurance policy review

o    Review of Insurance Requirements

Miscellaneous

o    Assistance to PMs as needed

o    Legal and miscellaneous (FSG, Letters, Agreements, retainage issues, etc.)

Skills/Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate or Paralegal Certificate
• Prior regulatory experience, affordable housing or construction preferred
• Highly organized with strict attention to detail
• Ability to multitask efficiently
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Computer proficiency, experience with Timberline a plus
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Ability to process requests quickly and efficiently
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated and self-starter
• Deadline driven

ETC Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.