Settlement-Focused Lien Resolution Paralegal

Rutter Mills, LLP; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Free parking

401(k) with matching after a year

Job summary

Rutter Mills LLP in Norfolk, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Lien Resolution Paralegal to join our Lien Resolution team. This role supports settlement processes by identifying, investigating, and resolving outstanding financial obligations that can affect client settlements.

You will investigate balances, coordinate with medical providers and insurers, prepare settlement statements, and help ensure accurate calculations of liens and fees.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury, lien resolution, medical billing, insurance claims, or related legal/financial field.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to review financial records, billing documentation, and settlement calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including negotiation.
• Ability to manage a high volume of assignments and work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and verify outstanding medical balances, health insurance claims, liens, loans, and other settlement-related obligations.
• Review medical records, bills, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies and issues.
• Communicate with medical providers, insurers, lienholders, and other entities to obtain documentation, verify balances, and negotiate reductions when appropriate.
• Prepare settlement workups and final settlement statements with accurate calculations of fees, costs, liens, and proceeds.
• Work closely with attorneys and negotiators to provide accurate information and support timely settlements.
• Maintain detailed case records, track follow-ups, and monitor unresolved balances, including escrow funds.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Rutter Mills LLP in Norfolk, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Lien Resolution Paralegal to join our Lien Resolution team. This role supports settlement processes by identifying, investigating, and resolving outstanding financial obligations that can affect client settlements.

You will investigate balances, coordinate with medical providers and insurers, prepare settlement statements, and help ensure accurate calculations of liens and fees.