Disbursement Coordinator

Carolinadefenselawyers; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jeffcoat Firm is seeking a Disbursement Coordinator to support the disbursement team and move cases through the process efficiently in Columbia, SC. The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and timely communication with the Disbursement Specialist.

Ideal candidates will have strong writing and interpersonal skills, prior law firm disbursement or litigation exposure, and proficiency with Microsoft Office to document actions and maintain client files.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Law firm disbursement experience preferred.
• Litigation or pre-litigation experience working for a law firm or similar preferred.
• Experience with auto accidents, injury claims or litigation preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support to ensure 300k in fees weekly move through the disbursement team.
• Assisting with the disbursement process and working cases through the process timely.
• Assure all liens, BVs and reductions are secured to create the Settlement Worksheet.
• Provide feedback to the Disbursement Specialist for any disbursement roadblocks.
• Responsible for documenting all actions and communication in the client’s case file.
• Meet KPIs set for this position to include average/median duration between settled and sent to accounting/disbursement and % of goals for fees met.
• Attends required morning and monthly meetings.
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Disbursement Coordinator is responsible for working in conjunction with the team to work settled cases through the disbursement process, removing roadblocks to disbursement, and providing feedback to the Disbursement Specialist.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Supporting to ensure 300k in fees weekly move through the disbursement team.
• Assisting with the disbursement process and working cases through the process timely.
• Assure all liens, BVs and reductions are secured to create the Settlement Worksheet.
• Provide feedback to the Disbursement Specialist for any disbursement roadblocks.
• Responsible for documenting all actions and communication in the client’s case file.
• Meet KPIs set for this position to include average/median duration between settled and sent to accounting/disbursement and % of goals for fees met.
• Attends required morning and monthly meetings.
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Required Education / Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Law firm disbursement experience preferred.
• Litigation or pre-litigation experience working for a law firm or similar preferred.
• Experience with auto accidents, injury claims or litigation preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multi-task, and work both within a team and independently.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility and a willingness to problem-solve.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Empathy and compassion for clients and co-workers.
• A readiness to embrace and capitalize on evolving technology.
• Prioritization of collaboration, efficiency and timeliness.
• Enthusiasm for community involvement and the Jeffcoat brand.

Work Hours

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm

Mobility

Primarily sedentary, able to sit for long periods of time.

Physical Demands

Ability to speak, see and hear other personnel. Ability to communicate both in verbal and written form. Capable of using a telephone and computer keyboard. Able to lift up to 10 pounds. Ability to travel within the facility and to other locations as required.

Posting Requirements

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Authorized to work in the United States.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

The Jeffcoat Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.