Litigation Specialist

IES Residential; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Disability & other coverages

Employee discounts

Job summary

IES is seeking a Litigation Specialist to provide advanced administrative and litigation support to the Legal Department. The role collaborates with attorneys, outside counsel, and insurance carriers to manage complex matters across all phases of litigation and claims management.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with SharePoint and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in legal studies or related field preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in litigation support, legal administration, or related legal support role preferred.
• Experience with complex litigation matters, insurance claims, or high-volume legal operations is preferred.
• Certifications or licenses as relevant to legal support may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and formats legal documents, pleadings, discovery materials, and related documents for review and approval.
• Coordinates insurance claim handling with adjusters, carriers, and outside counsel.
• Maintains electronic case files and litigation spreadsheet to track status and history.
• Monitors deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements to ensure timely compliance.
• Manages calendars for hearings, mediations, and trial preparation activities.
• Assists with document collection, review, and production for discovery and subpoenas.
• Drafts discovery responses and related document production for review.
• Drafts legal correspondence and settlement communications for review.
• Reviews filings for completeness and accuracy and ensures compliance with court rules.
• Provides guidance to junior staff and helps with training on procedures and systems.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and adheres to company policies.
• Supports coordination with internal departments and external counsel as needed.

Skills

Organization

Task management

Communication

Legal document review

Litigation processes

Insurance coordination

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Independent work

AI tools for legal work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

General Job Description Position Overview

The Litigation Specialist provides advanced administrative and litigation support to the Litigation Team within the Legal Department by assisting with complex litigation matters, coordinating case activity, supporting claims administration, and assisting with legal document preparation. This position reports directly to the Litigation Supervisor and works closely with attorneys, legal staff, outside counsel, insurance carriers, and Divisions throughout all phases of litigation and claims management. The role requires advanced organizational skills, strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Prepares, reviews, formats, and organizes legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents for review and approval.
• Coordinates insurance claim handling activities with third-party adjusters, insurance carriers, and outside counsel to support litigation and claims management processes.
• Maintains and updates electronic case files via SharePoint in accordance with company standards and records management procedures.
• Manages and updates the Litigation Spreadsheet to actively track the status and procedural history of assigned cases.
• Tracks and monitors litigation deadlines, court dates, filing requirements, discovery obligations, and other critical case-related activities for assigned matters to ensure timely compliance.
• Manages and updates calendar invites for hearings, meetings, filing deadlines, mediations, and other important events.
• Coordinates with outside counsel, insurance representatives, and internal departments to obtain information, records, and documentation related to litigation and claims matters.
• Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and proper formatting.
• Assists with document collection, review, organization, and production for litigation, discovery, subpoenas, and legal requests.
• Assists in preparing draft discovery responses and related document production for review and approval.
• Drafts legal correspondence, settlement communications, claim-related letters, and other litigation-related communications for review and approval.
• Reviews legal documents and filings for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with court rules and company standards prior to filing or distribution.
• Assists with coordination of litigation strategy meetings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation activities.
• Provides guidance and support to junior litigation support staff and assists with training on litigation procedures, systems, and department processes.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive legal, personnel, and company information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education None

Minimum Years of Experience 2-4

Specific Qualifications Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and document management skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to review and prepare legal documents with consistency and accuracy.
• Understanding of litigation processes, legal terminology, and court filing procedures.
• Understanding of insurance claims handling processes and ability to coordinate with insurance carriers and third-party administrators.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a legal team environment.
• Ability to effectively use AI tools to support legal research, document review, organization, drafting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint.
• Ability to learn and effectively use claims management software, legal case management systems, and other job‑specific programs.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment screenings such as background and motor vehicle record checks.
• English speaking, reading, and writing preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive, respectful demeanor with customers, coworkers, and business partners.

Education/Experience High school diploma or GED required; associate's or Bachelor's degree in legal studies, business administration, paralegal studies, or a related field preferred. Three to five years of experience in litigation support, legal administration, claims management, or a related legal support role preferred. Experience supporting complex litigation matters, insurance claims, or high-volume legal operations preferred. Relevant industry certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.

Physical Requirements Ability to perform motions, including typing. Work in a typical office environment, sitting at a desk and performing prolonged computer work, with occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Maintain dependable transportation and consistent, reliable attendance to meet customer service and operational needs. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions within established company policies and procedures. Ability to work overtime, modified schedules, or occasional weekends as business needs require. Communicate in person, by phone, and electronically, including on a tablet, smartphone, and other office technology. Travel as required to support project and operational needs. Perform all work on‑site and in person; this is not a remote or hybrid position. Lift, carry, push, and pull at least 25 pounds.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

License Required Yes

Job Locations US‑TX‑Sugar Land

Company Overview IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it

• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long‑term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic.

This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.

IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminacion en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal Disability Accommodation IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer."

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