Are you a skilled legal professional looking for a flexible role where you can make a tangible impact? A GRADE Property Restoration invites you to bring your expertise to our team as a Part-Time In-House Counsel. In an Independent Contractor capacity, you will work in our Ledgewood, NJ office, contributing to our mission of rebuilding communities and restoring peace of mind to those who have experienced property loss due to fire, water or storm related incidents. Your legal expertise will be valued and your role essential in supporting this mission. Strong emphasis on collection of outstanding construction debts to protect and enforce lien rights as well deep understanding of New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (NJCFA) terms.
Responsibilities:
Role Framework – This role is divided equally between collection actions, and trial litigation; both as defendant and plaintiff. Candidates must be comfortable with this split and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Collections – Experience with the full cycle of the collections process including preparing and filing Notices of Unpaid Balance (NUB) and mechanic liens.
Legal Guidance – Provide expert legal advice to our ownership and production departments, ensuring compliance and protecting our company's interests.
Contract Management – Draft and review a wide range of job related and human resource contracts and agreements.
Dispute Resolution – Manage legal disputes - litigation, collections, compliance matters.
Case Management – Attend meetings, liaise with outside counsel, and assist with litigation and construction liens, arbitrations, and court filings.
Policy Development – Assist in developing and implementing company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
Stay Updated – Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations relevant to our industry and advise accordingly.
Requirements:
Location – Ability to work in-house at our Ledgewood, NJ office at least 2 days per week.
Qualifications – Juris Doctor (JD) degree with NJ bar admission in good standing.
Experience – Proven attorney work experience with knowledge of contracts and business law, lien laws, and collections procedures.
Skills – Strong communication, negotiation, and independent problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Preferred – Some litigation experience and proficiency in legal research and writing. NY or PA bar admission is a plus.
READY TO APPLY?
Location – Must be able to commute to and work from company’s Ledgewood, NJ office minimum of 2 days per week.
Compensation – Reviewed and comfortable with the offered rate of $60 per hour.
Experience – Proficiency in filing residential liens to garner money owed contractor, collection procedures against foreclosed properties, and litigation actions.
Knowledge – Defending against consumer fraud act violation claims; preparing for trial, drafting pleadings and complaints, the discovery process; construction, sub-contractor, employment, and general service contracts; small claims court experience
Negotiating Style – Having an assertive, problem-solving approach when it comes to collecting money.
Schedule:
16 - 24 hours per week – on-site at Ledgewood, NJ office
Compensation:
$60 per hour
Bi-weekly detailed invoicing to be reviewed and authorized by Owners
Reimbursement for approved expenses
About The Company:
A GRADE Property Restoration is the leading restoration and reconstruction contractor in the Tri-State Area, representing policyholders in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. We are proud to provide high-quality, single-source remediation, restoration, and reconstruction services. Whether it be a single-family residence, condominium, townhome, or co-op, or commercial building, our skilled professionals have experience across all types of properties. Be it structural damage, a small kitchen fire, or roof damage, we’ve got you covered.
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