Workup and Settlement Attorney

Summary

Join Keller Postman as a Workup and Settlement Attorney to lead a team of Case Managers in a large consolidated mass tort. You will manage case progression, prepare cases for settlement, guide clients through the offer process, and collaborate with team members. This role involves regular on-call duties and requires strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate possesses experience in a high-volume plaintiff's firm and familiarity with medical records. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a firm dedicated to achieving exceptional results for its clients.

Requirements

• Be open to learning and performing unconventional, heterogeneous legal work that requires intensive interaction with clients and non-lawyer colleagues
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook and Word, and Adobe Acrobat
• Possess excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Be able to function well in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Be able to maintain a good temperament and demonstrate empathy when dealing with clients in stressful situations
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment
• Be able to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team
• Hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Have three to five years of experience in a high volume PI or Plaintiff’s firm
• Be a current member of the Illinois Bar and in good standing
• Be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

Responsibilities

• Lead a pod of Case Managers working 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 pod, 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Have experience with Salesforce (ideally) or other CRM or case management software
• Have experience reviewing medical records and familiarity with medical terminology—especially for cancers and related conditions