Barnes & Thornburg Benefits Overview

Provides comprehensive litigation settlement and claims administration support for high-volume product liability and mass tort matters. Manages settlement documents, claims data, case databases, deadlines, payment requests, disbursements, reporting, legal research, court filings, and communications with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, administrators, and vendors. Reviews settlement agreements and claim documentation for accuracy and compliance while supporting matters involving thousands of claimants.

Lead and manage large-scale product liability, toxic tort, and mass tort settlements from negotiation through claims resolution and program closure. Draft and negotiate settlement documents, develop settlement structures and eligibility, oversee claims administration and data analysis, manage teams (nurse paralegals and attorneys), ensure compliance, and coordinate with plaintiffs' counsel and stakeholders.