Paralegal

We are looking for a Settlement Paralegal to support a busy plaintiff litigation practice in Uniondale, New York. This role focuses on guiding settlement matters from final resolution through payment while keeping documentation precise, deadlines on track, and communication clear for everyone involved. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to manage a large caseload without sacrificing accuracy in a fast-moving legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee settlement files from conclusion of negotiations through final distribution of funds, ensuring each matter moves forward efficiently and in compliance with firm procedures.

• Draft and assemble settlement-related paperwork, including statements, releases, closing materials, and payment documentation, with careful attention to completeness and accuracy.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by providing updates on settlement progress and collecting signatures, authorizations, and other required records.

• Coordinate with insurers, opposing counsel, healthcare providers, and lien representatives to obtain documentation, confirm balances, and advance file resolution.

• Handle lien reduction and payoff discussions involving medical providers, government programs, and other entities with outstanding claims against settlement proceeds.

• Examine case costs, reimbursements, and supporting records to verify financial details before disbursement is approved.

• Confirm that settlement figures, escrow allocations, and payment distributions are calculated correctly and supported by the file.

• Maintain well-organized records and monitor key dates so that settlement obligations, responses, and disbursements are completed on time.

• Partner with attorneys and accounting personnel to finalize disbursement packages and ensure funds are released accurately for high-volume settlement matters.

Qualifications:

Compensation

$75,000.00-$80,000.00 Yearly

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