The attorney-client relationship is a crucial bond formed during the course of a case. At the outset, it is often a paralegal who serves as the liaison between a client and supervising attorney. A paralegal fosters the attorney-client relationship throughout the case. While a client’s case will be resolved through trial, mediation or settlement, a paralegal’s role can reach far beyond the conclusion of formal litigation.
A paralegal serves an important role in not only transitioning the file into closed status but also transitioning a client from a current client to a satisfied client. This final resolution cannot be obtained until all stages of settlement are complete. These stages include inputting of time entries, satisfaction of liens, execution of settlement documentation as well as ensuring that all fees and costs have been satisfied. While behind-the-scenes fees and costs are balanced and the receipt of closing documentation verified, continual support and exchange of relevant information to a client by a paralegal can ease any feelings of uncertainty or anxiety. Below is a listing of additional tasks in which a paralegal may assist during the settlement process.
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