Settlement Coordinator- Client Distributions

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Commuter Transit Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP is seeking a Settlement Coordinator - Client Distributions to join our Finance team in the United States. The role focuses on accurate distribution of settlement funds to clients and involved parties, with emphasis on compliance and clear communication.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (preferred), experience in a law firm setting, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with legal and accounting software to manage disbursements and records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; not required
• Familiarity with settlement processes and client disbursements
• Proficiency with legal and accounting software to manage disbursements and records
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate distribution of settlement funds to clients and parties
• Review settlement agreements and confirm disbursement amounts per client agreements
• Maintain detailed disbursement records in the firm’s system
• Communicate with clients to explain the disbursement process and provide updates
• Collaborate with settlement team and attorneys to obtain signatures and documents
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and ethical standards in disbursement
• Assist with creating and managing disbursement journals and related records
• Troubleshoot issues in settlement fund distributions

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Client communication

Disbursement processes

Discretion

Legal compliance

Settlement coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Legal software

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