Contact: Rodd Santomauro
Company: Synergy Settlement Services
Personal and Professional Background
Rodd Santomauro is an established attorney and executive, with a robust career in both legal practice and business development. He is currently serving as the Vice President of Strategic Partnership at Synergy Settlement Services, overseeing the Mid-Atlantic region and select portions of the Northeast.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies: University of Central Florida (1992-1993)
- Juris Doctor: Barry University - Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (2002-2004)
Professional Experience
Roles at Synergy Settlement Services:
- Vice President of Strategic Partnership
- Responsible for fostering and managing strategic business relationships.
- Focus regions include the Mid-Atlantic and select parts of the Northeast.
- Contact: rsantomauro@partnerwithsynergy.com, (202) 368-2520
- Chief Operations Officer
- Vice President of Business Development
Previous Roles:
- Equity Partner at a small plaintiff personal injury firm in Brevard County, Florida
- CEO / Executive Director of HALT, a national legal non-profit organization with 20,000 members
Professional Skills and Attributes
Key Skills:
- Leadership
- Business Development and Operations
- Legal Advocacy
- Personnel Management
- Marketing
- Presentation Skills
Notable Achievements:
- Successfully managed over 45 group lien resolution projects.
- Advocate for law students working in relevant practice areas during their studies.
- Extensive experience in handling Medicare secondary payer compliance and healthcare lien resolution.
Industry Involvement
Industry Contributions:
- Member of the Membership Oversight Committee for the American Association for Justice.
- Volunteer lawyer for the DC Volunteer Lawyers Project.
- Member of the Development Committee for Public Justice.
Public Speaking and Training:
- Presenter on subjects such as ERISA liens and Medicare compliance.
- Seminar topics include managing health insurance liens and using contract law to combat Medicare liens.
Personal Interests
Personal Interests:
- Enjoys outdoor activities, especially in sunny and warm climates.
- Passionate about 70s rock, folk, and jazz music, as well as action/drama movies from the 70s and early 80s.
- An avid New York Giants football fan, often attending games with his son.
- Enthusiast of fine red wines and traditional Italian sartorial style.
Professional Philosophy
- Strong advocate for mentoring and service, believing in the importance of helping others, especially in legal and social advocacy contexts.
- Draws inspiration from Barry University's mission and commitment to social justice.
Favorite Quote:
- From Shakespeare’s 'Antony and Cleopatra’ (Act 1, Scene 5): _"My salad days, When I was green in judgment."_
Testimonials and Client Success
Client Testimonials:
- Synergy Settlement Services has been praised for its effectiveness in dealing with lien resolution, Medicare compliance, and client advocacy. Clients have highlighted the team’s responsiveness and ability to significantly reduce lien amounts, thereby increasing client recovery.
Impact and Results:
- Medicare Refunds: $2,599,338
- Medicare Beneficiary Dollars Protected: $296,309,048
- Dollars Saved from Lien Resolution: $446,507,896
- Lives Helped: 14,622
- Families Impacted: 4,874
Upcoming Events
Key Industry Events:
- MAJ Annual Convention: May 10, 2024
- TLA DC Annual Awards Seminar: May 11, 2024
- VTLA Lien on Me: May 22, 2024
Conclusion:
Rodd Santomauro's extensive experience and strategic role at Synergy Settlement Services highlight his significant contributions to legal advocacy, business development, and industry leadership. His professional background and achievements, coupled with his commitment to mentoring and social justice, make him a valuable contact within the legal settlement services domain.
