Settlement Coordinator- Client Distributions

Medium; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis…

Paid Time Off

Commuter Transit Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, a trial law firm with offices across multiple states, seeks a Settlement Distribution Specialist to join our Finance team. The role focuses on accurate distribution of settlement funds to clients and other parties, in compliance with agreements and applicable laws.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to explain complex disbursement processes to clients. Experience in a legal or settlement coordination context and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field is preferred.
• Experience in a legal or settlement coordination role in a law firm.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with settlement processes and client disbursements.
• Ability to explain complex processes to clients.
• Proficiency with legal/accounting software to manage disbursements.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the distribution of settlement funds to clients and others.
• Review settlement agreements and confirm accurate disbursements.
• Maintain detailed records of all disbursements.
• Communicate with clients about the disbursement process.
• Collaborate with the settlement team and attorneys to obtain signatures and documents.
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and ethical standards.
• Assist with creating and managing disbursement journals and related records.
• Troubleshoot issues related to settlement distributions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Settlement processes

Legal/compliance familiarity

Software proficiency

Explain complex processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

Tools

Legal accounting software

Job description

Settlement Coordinator - Client Distributions

About Us

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people - not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion.

About the Role

We are looking to add another skilled Settlement Distribution Specialist to join our growing Finance team. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with the skills and knowledge to help handle the many distributions of the firm. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented junior finance professional to contribute to the growth and success of our firm.

You Will:

• Manage and coordinate the distribution of settlement funds to clients and other involved parties
• Review settlement agreements and confirm accurate disbursement amounts based on client agreements
• Maintain detailed records of all disbursements and ensure they are properly documented in the firm’s system
• Communicate with clients to ensure they understand the disbursement process and provide updates as needed
• Collaborate with the settlement team and attorneys to obtain required signatures, releases, and other necessary documentation
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, financial, and ethical standards during the disbursement process
• Assist with creating and managing disbursement journals and other related records
• Troubleshoot any issues related to the distribution of settlement funds.

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (preferred but not required)
• Prior experience in a legal or settlement coordination role, particularly within a law firm
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with settlement processes, client disbursements, and legal compliance
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex processes to clients
• Proficiency in using legal and accounting software to manage disbursements and records
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Commuter Transit Program
• Retirement Plan

The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

$65,000 - $85,000 a year