Pre-lit Attorney (Personal Injury)

BD&J•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$120,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pre-Litigation Attorney Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $3 billion for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pre-Litigation Attorney to join our team and handle high-value personal injury cases. The ideal candidate will focus on overseeing the medical treatment aspects of high-valuation cases, managing a team of case managers, and conducting settlement negotiations for complex cases. As a Pre-Litigation Attorney, you will ensure that clients receive the proper medical care, oversee the management of their cases, and focus on negotiating settlements. You will lead and mentor a team of case managers to ensure efficient case progression and that all necessary medical documentation is gathered and addressed.

Requirements

Active license to practice law in California
2+ years of experience handling personal injury cases, with a focus on settlement negotiations in high-valuation cases
Strong understanding of personal injury law, including medical treatment management and case evaluation
Excellent negotiation skills with a proven track record of achieving favorable settlements
Leadership experience, with the ability to oversee and mentor a team of case managers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and external parties
Ability to analyze complex medical and legal documents
Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a high caseload

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage a team of case managers to ensure efficient handling of personal injury cases
Focus on ensuring clients are receiving appropriate and timely medical treatment
Directly handle settlement negotiations for high-value cases, striving to reach favorable outcomes for clients
Review medical records and communicate with clients to ensure ongoing care and document treatment progress
Collaborate with insurance companies, physicians, healthcare providers, and other involved parties to negotiate settlements
Monitor case timelines, ensuring that all aspects of the pre-litigation process are progressing smoothly
Provide guidance and support to the case managers in their tasks, including gathering medical records and ensuring treatment is aligned with the case's needs
Assess cases for settlement readiness and strategize on how to best approach settlement negotiations
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements for handling pre-litigation cases