Pre-Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A leading law firm in Los Angeles, California, is seeking a dedicated Pre-Litigation Attorney to join its Personal Injury department. This role focuses on overseeing and managing pre-litigation matters, ensuring the best outcomes for clients through effective case management and negotiation. The Pre-Litigation Attorney will collaborate with multiple departments, including Workers’ Compensation, and be instrumental in handling claims from inception through settlement.

This position offers a great opportunity for attorneys with experience in personal injury law to grow within a dynamic legal environment.

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Duties:

• Oversee and manage up to 250 pre-litigation matters with the assistance of case managers
• Assist case managers in managing medical treatment for pre-litigation cases
• Conduct investigations for pre-litigation and potential litigation matters
• Maintain an open-door policy for case managers to present matters for review
• Negotiate pre-litigation settlements and provide direction on case valuation
• Retain medical and legal experts as needed for case evaluation
• Supervise up to five pre-litigation case managers
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients and staff throughout the pre-litigation process
• Conduct legal research on relevant issues, prepare legal documents such as summons and complaints
• Propound and respond to written discovery, draft meet and confer letters
• Prepare clients for depositions and other hearings, including minor’s compensation hearings
• Defend and take depositions, handle law and motion, and attend mediations and court appearances
• Conduct monthly file reviews with team members and oversee liability investigations
• Manage medical aspects of cases, including reviewing medical reports and recommendations

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active CA State Bar membership
• Minimum of three years of experience in a Personal Injury law firm
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage "problematic" clients
• Ability to handle case evaluations, investigations, and settlements
• Familiarity with Workers' Compensation terminology
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in California

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of medical and legal experts, mediators, and arbitrators
• Ability to negotiate settlements and manage pre-litigation cases
• Proficiency in MS Office, LEXIS-NEXIS, and Westlaw
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation timelines, premises liability cases, and related legal statutes

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