D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Paralegal-Litigation. The right candidate will support in-house counsel and handle certain issues including documentation and investigation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Research background of claims
Monitor status of claims and update litigation database
Gather information needed to defend/pursue litigation
Respond to subpoenas, garnishments, subrogation, property damage and pre-litigation claims
Coordinate information collection between outside counsel and divisions
Notify insurance brokers/carriers of claims and respond to insurance carrier information requests
Monitor personal injury Medicare/Medicaid liens
Assist with written discovery responses
Assist with special projects involving litigation and insurance
Monitor active/dismissed claimants
Ability to work overtime
Ability to travel overnight
Assist in documenting and updating computer and paper files for claims and lawsuits
Assist with the review of billing for defense of claims
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university, and/or paralegal certification
Two to four years of related experience and/or training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with executives, management, division personnel and homeowners
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
The noise level is generally moderate
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Vision and Dental
401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Construction
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