Corporate Paralegal

LHH; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Irving, TX is seeking a Corporate Claims Paralegal to join its in-house Legal Department. This fully onsite role focuses on managing claims from intake to resolution, coordinating with operations and insurance teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience, experience reviewing COIs, and a background in construction, utilities, or infrastructure environments. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $85,000, with up to $90,000 for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience in relevant sectors.
• Experience reviewing Certificates of Insurance (COIs).
• Knowledge of subcontractor insurance compliance or contract administration.
• Strong investigative and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage claims from intake to resolution.
• Investigate and assess property, utility, vehicle, and personal injury claims.
• Collect and analyze incident reports and evidence.
• Interview internal stakeholders and operational personnel.
• Coordinate with insurers and legal counsel as needed.
• Maintain subcontractor insurance and contract records.
• Track COIs, renewals, and compliance.

Skills

COIs review

Subcontractor management

Legal risk assessment

Investigative analysis

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certificate preferred

Job description

Irving, TX | Fully Onsite | $70,000 - $85,000 (Up to $90,000 for an Exceptional Candidate)

Our client, a growing and highly successful organization in the construction, utilities, and infrastructure space, is seeking a Corporate Claims Paralegal to join its in-house Legal Department in Irving, Texas. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced corporate paralegal who enjoys investigating claims, managing risk, and working closely with operations teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

This role is ideal for a proactive legal professional who can independently manage claims, review insurance documentation, coordinate subcontractor compliance, and build strong relationships across legal, operational, and insurance teams.

What You'll Do:

• Manage claims from initial intake through resolution.
• Investigate and assess a variety of claims, including:
• Property damage claims
• Utility damage claims
• Vehicle-related claims
• Personal injury matters
• Gather and analyze documentation, incident reports, and supporting evidence.
• Conduct interviews with internal stakeholders and operational personnel.
• Develop action plans and recommendations based on findings, company protocols, and risk management best practices.
• Coordinate with outside parties, insurance representatives, and legal counsel as needed.

Subcontractor Insurance & Contract Compliance

• Manage subcontractor insurance compliance and related contract requirements.
• Review Certificates of Insurance (COIs) for accuracy and compliance.
• Track policy renewals and expiration dates.
• Verify insurance coverage, endorsements, and contractual obligations.
• Identify deficient, expired, or potentially fraudulent insurance documentation.
• Partner with subcontractors, brokers, and internal stakeholders to resolve compliance issues.
• Maintain organized insurance and contract records.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing Certificates of Insurance (COIs).
• Knowledge of subcontractor management, insurance compliance, or contract administration.
• Industry experience within:
• Construction
• Utilities
• Infrastructure or related operational environments
• Strong investigative, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Paralegal certificate or paralegal degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Why Join This Company?

• Stable and growing organization investing in its people and facilities.
• Opportunity to work directly with senior legal leadership.
• Collaborative environment with strong operational and insurance support resources.
• Professional fees paid by employer.
• Medical
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Additional company-sponsored benefits
• Fully onsite in Irving, TX.
• Occasional travel to project or construction sites.
• Must be comfortable working within a blue-collar, operationally focused culture.