Job description

About the Client:

Our client is a distinguished law firm based in the United States, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. They seek a proactive and organized Settlement Paralegal to support their leadership team. The ideal candidate will have experience managing executive-level tasks efficiently and professionally.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized Settlement Paralegal to manage post-settlement administrative tasks and ensure a seamless case closure process. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle lien negotiations and settlement disbursements efficiently.

The ideal candidate should have experience in personal injury law or legal settlement processing and be proficient in managing multiple cases at various stages of settlement closure.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and send settlement releases to clients for signature, draft stipulations of discontinuance, and submit closing documents to insurance companies and defense law firms.
Identify and verify liens from medical providers, case funding companies, and government entities (Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, HMS, CMS, HRA).
Review case expenses to ensure accuracy and disbursement eligibility.
Contact lien holders to request final amounts and negotiate reductions, sending requests to funding companies, medical providers, and government agencies.
Prepare and submit the OCA closing statement to the court.
Draft a client closing statement detailing the settlement breakdown, attorney fees, costs, and liens.
Ensure accuracy in settlement disbursement calculations before submitting to the finance department.
Track settlement checks and confirm breakdowns before final disbursement.
Follow up with insurance companies to track the issuance and delivery of settlement checks.
Coordinate with clients to obtain banking information for wire transfers.
Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of settlement funds.

Requirements:

2+ years of experience as a Legal Settlement Coordinator.
Experience in personal injury law is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills to coordinate with clients, lien holders, and finance teams.
Experience with CloudLex or other legal case management software is a plus.
Ability to negotiate liens and work efficiently under deadlines.

Position: Settlement Paralegal

Remote Status: Fully Remote

Working Hours: 9 am to 6 pm EST

Salary: USD 900 to USD 1200 per month

Internal Job ID: 0414

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