Overview
Jr. Litigation Paralegal Jobs in Chicago, IL at Benesch Law
Job Title: TPL Analyst/Negotiator
Reports To: TPL Manager
Department: TPL Practice Group
SUPERSTARS ONLY!
ONLY OVERACHIEVERS SHOULD APPLY.
All positions (except law clerks) are full-time, on-premises positions.
Every job at JCJLG has the same 5 primary qualifications: (1) Be smart; (2) Work hard (3) Learn fast; (4) Be dependable; and (5) Don’t be an [jerk].
Duties required of every job at JCJLG include:
Always do your best because it’s in your nature, not because someone is watching over your shoulder. Said another way, do the very best you’re capable of every day because it’s what you demand and expect from yourself, not because you need to be micro-managed to do so.
Answer the bell every day because you know our clients are counting on you, the firm is depending on you, and your teammates are relying on you, not because you fear discipline.
Joyfully work hard like Sisyphus, pushing a boulder up a hill you will never see the other side of, and lead your teammates to do the same by setting the standard of performance.
Communicate directly, honestly, and effectively.
Thrive under pressure and tight deadlines. Think of how cool you’ll look on social media with your hair on fire.
Do whatever it takes to get the job done because you’ll accept nothing less from yourself, not because you’re being paid to do so.
Maintain/adhere to exacting standards of confidentiality established by HIPAA, the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act, the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, and the firm.
Help us build our airplane on the way down. Ride with us ‘til the wheels fall off, then start running with us because we have goals we refuse not to accomplish.
Understand, appreciate, and learn to live by this motto: “Words matter. Details matter. Accuracy matters.”
Work Environment:
JCJLG provides a collaborative and dynamic environment that values individuality, creativity, and authenticity.
We detest unnecessary rules—rules that are more about reminding you who’s in charge. We greatly prefer coworkers who behave like responsible adults and teammates others can rely and depend upon.
We pride ourselves on offering flexibility within a semi-structured framework.
We reward success and hard work, dedication, taking pride in your accomplishments, diligence, and striving to be the best you that you can be. Every time. Everyday.
We take our work very seriously, but we try not take ourselves too seriously. Most of us have a dry, sarcastic, and dark sense of humor and are, honestly, kind of terrible people. We find that laughter helps us deal with the stress and pressure of our jobs.
Our office is also home to Bexar, our Senior Executive Vice President of Emotional Support, an adorable French bulldog. He wanders around the office freely almost every day. If you have severe allergies to dogs or discomfort around dogs, this probably is NOT the right work environment for you.
If this portion of the job description page makes think you might not like working with us, then you probably won’t. We wish you well, but we encourage you not to apply.
If this portion of the job description piques your interest because you pursue goals relentlessly and get frustrated working alongside people who don’t work as hard and accomplish as much as you do, then we want to meet you. Please keep reading.
Job Summary:
As a TPL Analyst/Negotiator, you will play a key role in managing third-party liability (TPL) claims and hospital liens. Your focus will be to ensure accurate, timely lien filings, facilitate productive communication with patients, attorneys, insurance companies, and other stakeholders, and negotiate favorable settlements for JCJLG clients. You will handle various accounts, apply critical thinking, and follow all relevant regulations while delivering high-quality service.
Essential Duties include but are not limited to:
File hospital liens correctly and on time, ensuring all statutory information (patient name, address, date of loss, and responsible party) is included.
Conduct phone inquiries with patients to gather accident details and verify the existence of liable third parties.
Access client systems to analyze, ascertain, and calculate correct lien amounts to be pursued – charges, payments, adjustments, and balances. (It sounds easy. Sometimes it is. Other times, it’s anything but easy.)
Communicate with auto insurance companies to gather accident details, policy limits, and other critical information to settle hospital liens and first-party claims.
Engage with other law firms, their attorneys, and their staff to discuss policy limits, accident details, and additional data necessary for lien settlements. Negotiate settlements favorable to our clients.
Accurately, completely, and concisely document what you’ve learned and what you’ve done each time you work a file. (“If it isn’t noted, it didn’t happen.”)
Send out letters to patients, attorneys, and insurance companies tailored to case-specific information.
Provide billing statements and relevant documentation to attorneys, patients, or insurance companies, as needed.
Strictly adhere to all state and federal debt collection laws.
Log Protected Health Information (PHI) disclosures outside of JCJLG in the firm’s HIPAA log.
Manage a workload of 70+ accounts daily, meeting client expectations.
Negotiate favorable settlements using case details, legal facts, and relationships with external firms.
Locate, analyze, and document crash reports from TxDOT.
Escalate matters to attorneys when necessary and as appropriate.
Ensure proper handling of payments and accurately close accounts while following legal procedures.
Hospital Systems Management:
Review client patient account management systems for detailed patient information.
Confirm that accounts are assigned to JCJLG for review and action.
Monitor and document direct communication with clients, attorneys, and insurance companies.
Track payments, adjustments, and reversals to ensure accuracy.
Competencies:
To excel in this role, a successful candidate should demonstrate:
Client Focus: Responds promptly to client needs and follows through on commitments.
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively, values diverse opinions, and contributes to a positive team environment.
Dependability: Is consistently punctual and ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Accountability: Takes ownership of tasks and meets deadlines.
Professionalism: Approaches others respectfully and handles sensitive information with discretion.
Efficiency: Meets productivity standards, works swiftly, and seeks to continuously improve.
Core Values:
Communication is key.
Work smart, work hard, and always strive to improve.
Be dependable, learn quickly, and contribute to team success.
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude—no exceptions.
Qualifications:
A 2- or 4-year college degree is required.
One year of relevant experience or training is preferred.
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. (Ability to embrace chaos doesn’t hurt.)
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and present information clearly in both written and verbal forms.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, MS Outlook, and MS Teams.
Familiarity with MS SharePoint and OneDrive is helpful.
Ability to quickly learn proprietary software and systems unique to JCJLG and its clients.
Interested applicants should also send a resume (in .pdf format) and cover letter (also .pdf) to [email protected]. The cover letter should explain, in 3-5 sentences, why you believe you’re a superstar.
In your email to [email protected], not the cover letter, please tell us about 2 times you overachieved at something, anything – it doesn’t have to be work-related.
Physical Demands:
This role requires regular use of a computer, including sitting for extended periods.
Reasonable accommodations can be made to support individuals with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
No weekends
Ability to Commute:
Houston, TX 77040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Houston, TX 77040: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Jr. Litigation Paralegal
Company: Benesch Law
Location: Chicago, IL
