Pre-Litigation Attorney

Responsibilities

• Oversee a high-volume portfolio of plaintiff personal injury matters in the pre-litigation phase
• Develop case strategies and evaluate claims for liability, damages, and settlement potential
• Lead settlement negotiations with insurance carriers, defense counsel and other involved parties
• Work closely with the partner and associate attorney to maximize case value and drive timely resolutions
• Review medical records, demand packages, supporting documentation and case developments
• Advises case managers on case strategy, negotiation readiness and next steps
• Handle statutory liens and treating physician liens throughout the settlement process
• Evaluate settlement offers and provide clear recommendations based on case value and client interests
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal team members
• Ensure matters move efficiently toward resolution while maintaining accuracy and quality
• Collaborate with case managers, assistants, paralegals, and firm leadership

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• At least five years of relevant legal experience strongly preferred
• Substantial plaintiff-side pre-suit personal injury experience
• Proven negotiation and settlement experience with the ability to close cases effectively
• Experience handling statutory liens and treating physician liens
• Strong understanding of California personal injury claims and insurance practices
• Ability to manage significant case volume without sacrificing accuracy or client service
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and accountable work style
• Competitive, performance-driven mindset with strong professional judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment during local business hours
• Comfortable working in a performance-focused environment with computer activity monitoring
• Spanish-language fluency preferred

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment
• Access to offices in Los Angeles, Redwood City, and Brentwood
• 401(k) plan with 100% employer matching on the first 3% contributed and 50% matching up to 5%
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• One week of vacation during the first year with two weeks negotiable based on experience
• Vacation accrual beginning after 90 days
• 40 hours of paid time off annually
• Standard paid holidays
• Firm typically closes between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Performance-based year-end bonus
• Uncapped earning potential
• Opportunity to pursue a partner title as the department continues to grow
• Collaborative team culture with strong employee retention