Attorney Pre-Litigation Personal Injury

DM Injury Law • St. Louis, MO

64d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is based in the firm's St. Louis office. The attorney manages a personal injury pre-litigation caseload, builds client relationships, negotiates with insurers, and moves cases toward resolution. Dedicated paralegals, case managers, and intake staff handle administrative work so the attorney can focus on legal matters. The role also offers opportunities to develop referral relationships and grow a book of business, as well as potential leadership opportunities including team leadership, department leadership, mentorship, and helping open new markets.

Requirements

• Active Missouri Bar license.
• Eligibility to obtain an Illinois Bar license through a UBE score or reciprocity.
• Organized and self-directed approach to a high-volume caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working with legal technology and case management platforms.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of personal injury experience; candidates with relevant civil litigation experience may also be considered.
• A genuine client-first orientation and understanding of how case outcomes affect clients' lives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury pre-litigation caseload from intake through demand and resolution.
• Build and maintain client relationships through consistent, proactive communication.
• Negotiate directly with insurance adjusters to maximize client recovery.
• Draft demand letters, settlement agreements, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with and direct paralegal and case management staff in the St. Louis office.
• Develop referral relationships that grow a book of business.
• Potentially guide and support a group of attorneys, lead strategy and performance across a practice area, mentor attorneys, or help open and build offices as the firm expands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed