Settlement Coordinator – Client Distributions

Settlement Coordinator- Client Distributions

Location

New York, NY 10017

Date Posted October 28, 2026

Job ID 15892

Employment Type Direct Hire

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Settlement Coordinator – Client Distributions on behalf of a well-established, nationally recognized plaintiff-side personal injury litigation law firm. This is a full-time, direct-hire, onsite opportunity based in New York, NY, offering competitive compensation and the opportunity to join a growing settlement coordination team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Settlement Coordinator – Client Distributions to oversee the accurate and timely distribution of settlement funds to clients and other involved parties. This individual will play a key role in reviewing settlement agreements, calculating disbursement amounts, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal and financial requirements.

The ideal candidate brings experience in legal settlement coordination, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive financial transactions while delivering exceptional client service.

PERKS:

Competitive compensation ranging from $65,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Retirement plan to support long-term financial goals

Paid time off and a commuter transit program

Opportunity to join a growing settlement coordination team at an established, multi-office plaintiff-side litigation firm

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and coordinate settlement fund distributions to clients and other involved parties, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments

• Review settlement agreements and client documentation to verify disbursement amounts and ensure funds are distributed according to applicable agreements and requirements

• Maintain detailed and accurate financial records of settlement disbursements, ensuring all transactions are properly documented within the firm's systems

• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and ethical standards throughout the settlement distribution process, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive client information

• Prepare and maintain disbursement journals, settlement records, and supporting documentation to ensure organized and accessible financial reporting

• Investigate and resolve settlement distribution discrepancies, communicating with clients, attorneys, and internal teams to address questions and ensure efficient resolution

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in legal settlement coordination, client disbursements, or a related legal finance role, preferably within a law firm or plaintiff-side litigation environment

• Strong understanding of settlement processes, client fund distributions, and related legal and financial compliance requirements

• Experience utilizing legal case management or financial software to track disbursements, maintain records, and manage settlement documentation

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple financial transactions and deadlines while maintaining confidentiality

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain financial processes clearly to clients; a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• This position offers an annual salary ranging from $65,000–$85,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and relevant industry knowledge.

• This is a full-time, onsite position located in New York, NY, with standard working hours of Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a retirement plan, and commuter transit benefits.