Settlements Lien Specialist

Description

Witherite Law Group is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. Our vision is to improve the life of each person we serve. Whether it is for our employees, our clients, or our community, WLG puts people first, provides unmatched expertise, and displays integrity in every situation.  

Our attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve. We take care of the complex legal work so that our clients can focus on recovery and getting their lives back. We are determined to help our clients get the settlement they deserve, and we will be by our client’s side every step of the way.  

This firm is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. We are proud of these achievements and honored to be among this prestigious list of companies. Our culture is special. But you can’t just take our word for it...apply today and join the WLG family.  

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Review and analyze legal documents, medical bills, and records to identify lien-related obligations and requirements.
• Thoroughly examine the case file and settlement documents to ensure accuracy and identify any existing liens or subrogation.
• Conduct comprehensive checks to determine if there are any outstanding liens, subrogation or bankruptcy filings that may affect the settlement.
• Verify that relevant entities, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and/or Tricare, if applicable, have been notified of the settlement, and ensure that you have received the appropriate responses.
• Follow the attorney's instructions to review and, if necessary, dispute or negotiate reductions for any liens or subrogation associated with the case
• Use case management system to accurately document the status of liens, ensuring that all information is up to date and accessible to the appropriate parties..
• If there are specific liens that require additional verification, such as hospital liens, conduct a secondary check to ensure they have been properly addressed before finalizing the payout.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys,  internal departments, external vendors, and clients to address lien-related inquiries or concerns.
• Maintain organized records of lien-related documentation and correspondence for future reference and audit purposes.
• Stay informed about changes in lien laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a legal closing specialist, subrogation analyst, settlements coordinator, lien processer, or related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of lien and subrogation laws, regulations, and legal principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Physical Requirements: 

• Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.  
• Stand/Sit – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time. 
• Walk – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery, etc. 
• Use of hands/fingers to handle or feel – constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer. 
• Climbs stairs – May occasionally ascends/descends the stairs to get to other floors, cafeteria and parking area.   
• Carry weight/lift - Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.  

Disclaimer: 

Please note that this job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.