ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of The Leverage Report, Rachel McCarthy discusses details of Milestone's solutions for law firms and plaintiffs.
Milestone, a settlement administration solutions provider, aims to prioritize the needs of plaintiffs while navigating the complex process of settlement distribution. Director of Strategic Partnerships, Rachel McCarthy, discusses Milestone's innovative approach to settlement administration, incorporating digital solutions, and trauma-informed care. Key Takeaways: 1. Milestone's Solutions: Pathway, a digital platform, streamlines mass tort settlement distribution, allowing for efficient and flexible payment options, such as direct deposit, Zelle, PayPal, or digital Mastercard.
2. Trauma-Informed Approach: Milestone recognizes the potential trauma experienced by plaintiffs and trains its team on trauma-informed care through annual workshops with Dr. Laura McGuire, founder of the National Center for Equity and Agency.
3. Fee Deferral Program: Attorneys can defer contingency fees, invest their fees, and receive them later, allowing for strategic financial planning.
4. Milestone Foundation: Launched to provide low-interest funding to bridge the gap between lawsuit initiation and settlement, ensuring access to justice for those in need.
5. Scholarship Program: Milestone awards scholarships to promote diversity in the trial bar and to support female law students.
6. About the Conference: Attend the Harris Martin Mass Tort Settlements Conference (June 27th) in Buffalo to explore litigation topics, including public nuisance, toxic tort, sex abuse, and product device litigation.
7. About Reaching Out: Law firms and industry professionals can contact Milestone for a demo of Pathway or inquiry on settlement planning, fee deferral, or other solutions. Get in touch with Rachel: https://milestoneseventh.com/about-us/rachel-mccarthy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-mathews-mccarthy/ See the full transcript here: https://yourcaseworks.com/the-leverage-report/rachel-mccarthy-provides-insight-into-milestones-solutions/
