Michelle Germishuys

Settlement Liaison, Workers' Compensation, Civil Litigation

Experienced Settlement Liaison specializing in Workers’ Compensation and Civil Litigation, adept at managing settlement matters from initial preparation to resolution. Proven track record in preparing and finalizing legal documentation with precision, while efficiently calculating attorney fees and client distributions. Committed to delivering exceptional value through meticulous attention to detail and effective communication. Known for strong leadership in coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.

[email protected] +27637769396 2, Malva Street, Hillcrest, Wellington, 7655
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Settlement Liaison, Civil Litigation
WorkInjuryRights.com
Apr 2024 — PresentCurrentFlorida, USA (Remote)
  • Coordinated Florida Workers’ Compensation settlement matters from initial preparation to final resolution
  • Prepared, reviewed, and finalized settlement agreements, releases, and all supporting legal documentation
  • Calculated attorney fees, costs, liens, advances, and client settlement distributions with exceptional accuracy
  • Drafted settlement documentation and facilitated filings before the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims (OJCC)
  • Managed Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) documentation and settlement allocation requirements
  • Reviewed settlement calculations and supporting documents to ensure precision and completeness
  • Liaised effectively with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, medical providers, and court personnel
  • Composed legal correspondence, settlement cover letters, client communications, and essential case-related documentation
  • Maintained accurate electronic case files and provided robust operational support in a fast-paced legal environment
Legal Secretary
Law Abroad/Personal Assistant, Offshored Company
May 2025 — PresentCurrent
  • Communicated with internal departments and answered Client calls
  • Scheduled appointments maintained appointments and sent reminders to management and fellow team members
  • Typed, formatted and edited documents for Employer’s Liability Department and Civil Claims Litigation department
  • Adhered to best business practices and etiquette to comply with guidelines and procedures
  • Managed incoming and outgoing mail to facilitate smooth delivery
  • Prepared offices and conference rooms for staff meetings and training
  • Saved documentation according to company filing systems
  • Answered messages, emails and calls to ascertain needs
  • Updated Client information in company databases (Proclaim)
  • Supervised newly hired staff members to increase productivity (South Africa)
  • Manned switchboard and transferred callers to respective departments and staff (Reception Cover)
  • Booked appointments for Clients via telephone
  • Transcribed correspondence and dictation using Bighand
  • Organized filing systems and processes to simplify file and record retrieval
  • Obtained Medical Records from Medical Agency and corresponding with Medical Experts in order to obtain medical records
Consultant/Operations Manager
Law Abroad Limited
Sep 2022 — May 2025
  • Supervised a team of 20 staff members to increase productivity and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communicated with internal departments and coordinated tasks to ensure smooth operations.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing mail, facilitating seamless communication across teams.
Skills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunicationComputer SkillsMultitaskingMicrosoft OfficeFast LearningWorking Under PressureTeamworkCustomer ServiceLeadership SkillsExpertEffective Time ManagementAbility to MultitaskFast LearnerAbility to work under pressureAbility to work in a teamCommunication Skills
Education
Matric (Grade 12)
Labori High School Paarl
Grade 12
Languages
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
HOBBIES
Hobbies

I love reading and listening to music. In my free time, I spend most of my time with family.

ACHIEVEMENTS
Washout (Settlement) Award for the Year
WorkInjuryRights.com
Dec 2025
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