Workup & Settlement Attorney

About the Role

The firm's mission to achieve exceptional results for clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything they do sets a high standard for all team members. The Workup and Settlement Attorney will be integral in contributing to refining the firm's settlement processes to ensure efficiency and consistency.

Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in complex legal matters, including class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation. The firm's expertise spans high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights cases, making it a dynamic and challenging environment for legal professionals.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate closely with the case management team to work up settlement-eligible clients, evaluating decision points such as reviewing notes, medical records, and related documentation to determine case progression.
• Manage client interactions during the offer process for settlement offers generated by the case management team, ensuring clear communication and support throughout.
• Coordinate with Case Managers, legal assistants, and other team members to execute casework efficiently and effectively.
• Serve as the on-call attorney as part of the elevation rotation once every 1-2 weeks, providing timely and professional support to clients and team members.
• Interact with clients, outside counsel, experts, and vendors as necessary to support case resolution.
• Contribute to refining the firm’s settlement processes to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Work closely with Partners and Associates on specific tasks related to assigned cases.
• Participate in the elevation rotation on a regular basis to ensure comprehensive support and oversight.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of client interactions and case progressions.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance case management efficiency.

What We Are Looking For

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Three to five years of experience in a high volume PI or Plaintiff’s firm.
• Active member of a US State Bar and in good standing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook and Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain a good temperament and demonstrate empathy when dealing with clients in stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM or case management software.
• Experience reviewing medical records and familiarity with medical terminology, especially for cancers and related conditions.
• Experience in a role that requires intensive interaction with clients and non-lawyer colleagues.
• Familiarity with large mass torts cases and the processes involved.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary.
• Year-end discretionary performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative law firm.
• Remote work arrangement, providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and expertise.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and tools.

• Develop a strong understanding of Salesforce and Excel to stand out in the application process, as proficiency in these tools is highly valued.
• Showcase your ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively, highlighting any experience with similar case management scenarios.
• Prepare to discuss specific examples of how you have managed complex client interactions and case progressions in previous roles, demonstrating your communication and organizational skills.
• Ensure your resume and cover letter are tailored to the role, emphasizing relevant experience and skills such as attention to detail and collaboration.
• Be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process, such as the firm's approach to process improvement and how the Workup and Settlement Attorney role contributes to the firm's mission and objectives.
• Consider highlighting any experience with CRM or case management software and medical terminology, as these are preferred skills for the position.