Settlement Paralegal

Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays & Associates, P.C
• Duluth , GA , US

We are looking for a detail-oriented, customer service-driven candidate who, upon completion of our training program, will join our Personal Injury department as a Settlement Clerk.

The Settlement Clerk plays a key role in finalizing client cases by preparing, organizing, and managing all documents and communications related to settlements. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This position is a full-time, in-office position. Hours are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with 1-hour lunch breaks, at our Duluth, GA location.

• Receive settlement releases, verify accuracy, and ensure that the correct settlement checks are received and approved.
• Communicate with clients, adjusters, medical providers, and attorneys to obtain necessary information for settlement.
• Negotiate liens, medical bills, and subrogation claims to maximize client recovery.
• Negotiate medical balances and exhaust Med Pay coverage as appropriate.
• Review case files to ensure all documents, expenses, and payments are accurately recorded prior to disbursement.
• Maintain accurate and organized settlement records within the firm’s case management system.
• Track and follow up on outstanding settlement checks, lien reductions, and related correspondence.

• Minimum 2 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Strong understanding of settlement procedures, medical liens, Med Pay coverage, and client disbursements.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.

$23 - $26 per hour based on experience

Attorney Gary Martin Hays, our firm's founder, used to defend insurance companies in personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death claims.

Now, he helps people who have been severely injured and need to recover from their losses. He didn’t want to spend his career preventing personal injury victims from getting the financial compensation they are entitled by law to receive.

The Law Office of Gary Martin Hays & Associates was founded in 1993, specializing in Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Workers' Compensation cases.

We treat everyone with respect and courtesy, from the receptionist who greets you to our top attorneys who will fight for you. Our lawyers take an aggressive stand for clients because we believe we are improving the quality of life for all citizens in Georgia. We advocate for consumers.

Apply today to become part of a passionate and dedicated legal team!