Position Title: Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney
Salary Range: $200,000 - $400,000 / DOE
A respected plaintiff-side personal injury firm in Los Angeles is seeking an accomplished Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney to lead its pre-litigation department and oversee high-value cases from intake through resolution. This attorney will guide Pre-Litigation Managers and Case Managers, remain closely involved in approximately 100-120 active cases valued at $250,000 or more, and ensure every matter is positioned for the strongest possible outcome. The ideal candidate is a decisive leader and personal injury expert who understands medical treatment, case valuation, government claims, settlement negotiations, and the complete lifecycle of a pre-litigation matter.
Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney Responsibilities: - Oversee the pre-litigation department, including Pre-Litigation Managers and Case Managers
- Manage a substantial caseload from intake through settlement or litigation referral
- Remain directly involved in approximately 100-120 active cases valued at $250,000 or more
- Evaluate prospective clients and determine whether matters meet the firm's case acceptance standards
- Assess liability, damages, available insurance coverage and overall case value
- Guide the medical management and strategic development of personal injury cases
- Review medical records, billing records, police reports and supporting documentation
- Handle settlement negotiations with insurance carriers, opposing parties and other stakeholders
- Monitor statutes of limitations, government claim deadlines and other critical legal dates
- Draft, prepare and file pre-litigation lawsuits and legal pleadings when necessary
- Identify cases requiring escalation into formal litigation
- Advise team members on complex matters, treatment issues and case strategy
- Ensure files are complete, accurate and progressing according to firm standards
- Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments, expectations and legal strategy
- Collaborate with Case Managers, Medical Records Coordinators, operations leadership and litigation attorneys
- Maintain thorough case notes and documentation within the firm's case management system
- Ensure compliance with California legal procedures, ethical obligations and internal protocols
Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney Requirements: - Active license to practice law in California
- At least five years of plaintiff-side pre-litigation personal injury experience
- Experience managing at least 100-120 high-value cases worth $250,000 or more
- Management experience overseeing Paralegals, Case Managers or other legal support professionals
- Expert knowledge of medical treatment management and the lifecycle of a personal injury case
- Strong client intake and case-vetting experience
- Advanced settlement negotiation skills
- Thorough understanding of statutes of limitations and calendaring requirements
- Knowledge of government claim procedures and applicable filing deadlines
- Experience handling matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, dog bites, wrongful death, commercial claims and government entities
- Ability to manage a demanding caseload, competing priorities and different working styles
- No current or future employment sponsorship required
Preferred Qualifications: - Admission to practice law in an additional state
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
- Experience using Filevine and HubSpot
Benefits: - Medical insurance with a $200 monthly employer contribution
- Employer-paid dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) eligibility after 90 days
- Combined vacation and paid sick leave
- 14 paid holidays
- Disability coverage
- Pet insurance
- Employer-paid parking valued at approximately $220 per month
- Breakfast provided every Monday
- Access to a yoga studio in the building
- Performance-based compensation through a percentage of collected fees
- Potential long-term advancement and partnership consideration for the right attorney
- Modern top-floor office with expansive views
- Team-building events and a collaborative, family-oriented environment
If you are a proven plaintiff-side attorney who knows how to lead a team, develop high-value cases, and negotiate exceptional settlements, apply today!
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