Senior Counsel (Claims)

Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed attorney with over 5 years of litigation experience.
  • Preferred experience in construction organizations or law firms with focus on construction law.
  • Knowledgeable in Owner contracts, subcontracts, and mechanic's lien processes.
  • Trial and arbitration experience preferred in first- and second-chair roles.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with strategic business acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and resolve pre-litigation disputes related to claims.
  • Oversee litigated and arbitrated claims including payment disputes and safety incidents.
  • Collaborate with internal legal and project teams to align on claims resolution.
  • Implement best practices for enterprise-wide claims management and litigation.
  • Manage outside counsel and coordinate with insurance partners.
  • Present detailed reports on claims-related data analysis.
  • Monitor updates on laws and regulations impacting the business.

Benefits

  • Performance-based bonus program recognized in the industry.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) offering ownership opportunities.
  • 401k options including traditional and Roth plans.
  • Tuition reimbursement program for employee education.
  • Scholarship opportunities for employees' children up to $28,000 per child.
  • Paid sabbatical for one month after every five years of employment, with an additional travel allowance.
  • Annual paid volunteer leave of one week to encourage community service.
  • 100% match for charitable contributions made by associates.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Generous 12-week paid maternity leave.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a service-oriented Attorney to join our team in our Downers Grove, IL office. The Senior Counsel (Claims) is primarily responsible for analyzing and helping resolve pre-litigation disputes, overseeing litigated and arbitrated claims, and partnering with senior attorneys and business leaders on claims handling and risk management strategies. This position also requires 10-15% transactional work, primarily negotiating owner and subcontractor agreements. A Day in the Life: • Collaborate with other members of the legal team located in our offices across the U.S. to address pre-claim disputes and manage litigated and arbitrated claims, including payment disputes, mechanic's liens, safety incidents, subcontractor performance and licensing issues, and day-to-day project management issues. • Partner with senior attorneys, project managers, and business leaders to understand business objectives in addressing and resolving claims. • Implement enterprise-wide claims management and litigation best practices. • Collaborate with members of the Safety, HR, and Finance teams to identify business risks and strategies for mitigation. • Manage outside counsel and collaborate with insurance industry partners. • Manage and present substantive reports on claims-related data. • Remain informed of new laws, regulations, judicial opinions, and industry trends affecting the enterprise. • Multi-task in a deadline-driven environment. Necessary Qualifications: • Licensed attorney with 5-plus years of litigation experience. • Experience in a construction organization, construction-focused law firm, or large law firm preferred, including substantive familiarity with standard Owner contracts, subcontracts, and mechanic's lien processes. • First- and second-chair trial and arbitration experience preferred. • Strong oral and written communication skills, strategic and business acumen, and conflict resolution skills. • Flexible, with effective and timely communication skills. What We Can Offer You: We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world. • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Traditional and Roth 401k • Tuition reimbursement for associates • Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year • 100% charitable match • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage • 100% paid 12-week maternity leave

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