Withdraw Associate

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:

Processing Withdrawals

• Review Case Information: Ensure all necessary information is present to proceed with case withdrawal, including attorney approval, reasons for withdrawal, and client notification.
• Communication: Collaborate with internal teams and/or the managing attorney to discuss the specifics of the case and any concerns related to the withdrawal.
• Document Generation: Create and print notices for relevant parties such as providers, clients, and insurance companies.
• Expense Requests: Coordinate with the accounting department to request any necessary expenses for the case.
• Sending Notices: Distribute notices to Providers, Client(s) and Insurance Companies via fax, email, and/or certified mail.
• File Preparation: Create zip files (USB and Filevine) for the client and mail them via certified mail.
• Client Notification: Notify the client via email once the withdrawal process is complete, providing details on how to access their file.
• Filevine Management: Ensure all withdrawal tasks in Filevine are completed and the case is properly closed once the withdrawal process is finalized.
   

Managing Interest Cases:

• Notice Management: Ensure that all notices, including lien amounts, have been sent to insurance providers and client(s).
• Follow-Up with Insurance Companies: Regularly follow up with insurance companies to monitor the status of settlements and the WLG Interest Fee.
• Court Record Searches: Search county court records to confirm if a lawsuit has been filed and obtain filed-stamped petitions and new counsel information if applicable.
• Communication with New Counsel: Maintain regular communication with the client’s new attorney to track case status and progression.
• Interest Fee Collection: Follow up with insurance companies or the client's new attorney and continue to track the claim until the interest fee is received.
• Filevine Updates: Regularly update the Referral / Withdrawn Tab in Filevine to reflect the current status of each case.
• Case Closure: Close cases once the interest has been received.

Interest Report Management: Utilize PowerBI to manage and prioritize the Interest Report based on the Statute of Limitations date, ensuring timely action on each case.
 

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED equivalent 

Physical Requirements:

Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required in order to timely accomplish work demands.

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. Witherite Law Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals regardless of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, national origin, ethnic origin, military service status, or any protected class.