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D.R. Horton, Inc. Litigation Paralegal in Arlington, Texas
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 atwww.drhorton.comfor 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 Responsibilitiesinclude 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
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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Job: *Legal
Organization: *Corporate
Title: *Litigation Paralegal *
Location: TX-Arlington
Requisition ID: 2406038