Attorney- Settlement Team

Join a leading organization dedicated to delivering essential services, where your expertise will directly contribute to ensuring the fair and efficient resolution of complex legal matters. This is an unparalleled opportunity, brought to you by Aquent, to leverage your legal acumen in a high-impact, strictly settlement-focused role, making a tangible difference in how disputes are managed and resolved for our valued stakeholders and the communities we serve.

About the Organization

Our client is a foundational organization dedicated to providing essential services that power communities and enhance daily life. They are committed to operational excellence and fostering strong relationships with the communities they serve. Joining their team means becoming part of a mission-driven environment where your contributions directly support the integrity and efficiency of vital services, impacting countless individuals and businesses.

About the Role: Settlement Attorney

Step into a pivotal role as a Settlement Attorney, where your legal expertise will be instrumental in shaping positive outcomes and driving efficient resolutions. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled legal professional to join a dedicated settlement team, focusing on personal injury and property damage claims, particularly premises liability cases. You will be at the forefront of dispute resolution, directly impacting the organization's ability to navigate complex legal landscapes with precision and fairness. Your keen ability to quickly ascertain facts, accurately assess case values, and facilitate productive discussions will be critical to achieving favorable results and upholding the organization's commitment to equitable solutions. This non-litigation position is ideal for an alternative dispute resolution expert or an experienced litigator seeking to apply their skills in a focused, high-impact settlement environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Critically analyze medical records to understand the full scope and impact of injuries, informing accurate case valuations.
• Thoroughly analyze pleadings and all relevant case documentation to build comprehensive case profiles.
• Assist in comprehensive case evaluations to determine appropriate and strategic settlement values.
• Draft precise Requests for Authority (RFA) to secure timely settlement approvals.
• Prepare well-reasoned recommendations for settlement authority approvals, guiding crucial decision-making processes.
• Provide essential support for overall case strategy and facilitate productive settlement discussions, driving resolutions.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar Association is mandatory.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating and settling personal injury matters, with specific experience in premises liability cases, and a proven track record of successfully evaluating and resolving claims.
• Capability to assist with property damage settlements.
• Strong writing skills, evidenced by 2-3 sample redacted papers.
• Experience mediating cases, both privately and in court settings.
• A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills, fostering effective communication.
• Must be an Attorney or a highly experienced Claims Suit Adjuster.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Well-versed in evaluating claims exposure and accurately determining settlement value.
• Ability to distill complex case information into clear, concise authority requests, streamlining the approval process.
• A strong professional reputation for successfully settling cases, reflecting consistent positive outcomes.

Aquent connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial, and administrative talent with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match, and flexible spending accounts.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.