Workup & Settlement Attorney

Purpose

Keller Postman seeks a diligent, detail-oriented, and collaborative Workup and Settlement Attorney to work closely with our case management team to work up cases eligible, or soon to be eligible, for settlements in large mass torts. This role focuses on managing decision points for case progression, preparing cases for settlement, guiding clients through the offer process, and collaborating with legal assistants and other team members. This attorney will also participate in the elevation rotation on a regular basis.

Essential Functions

• Case Oversight and Management: Collaborate closely with our 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.
• Client Offer Process: Manage client interactions during the offer process for settlement offers generated by the case management team, ensuring clear communication and support throughout.
• Collaborative Team Leadership: Coordinate with Case Managers, legal assistants, and other team members to execute casework efficiently and effectively.
• On-Call Duties: Serve as the on-call attorney as part of the elevation rotation once every 1-2 weeks.
• Communication: Interact with clients, outside counsel, experts, and vendors as necessary to support case resolution.
• Process Improvement: 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.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Openness to learn and perform unconventional, heterogeneous legal work that requires intensive interaction with clients and non-lawyer colleagues. This is not a conventional litigation role.
• 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.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Salesforce (ideally) or other CRM or case management software.
• Experience reviewing medical records and familiarity with medical terminology--especially for cancers and related conditions.