Pre-Litigation Attorney

Revelations Executive Search•Beverly Hills, CA

22d•$165,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

Makkabi Law Group is seeking an experienced Pre-Litigation Attorney to lead case development and maximize client recovery. This is not a passive oversight role. We need an attorney who understands that treatment drives value, who can read and interpret medical records with precision, and who ensures every file is strategically positioned before the demand goes out. You will supervise Auditors and Case Managers within a structured system where file integrity matters, bottlenecks are solved rather than noted, and accountability is standard.

Requirements

Active California Bar membership in good standing
Minimum 3 years of personal injury experience, with pre-litigation experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to analyze medical records and treatment history at a high level
Strong knowledge of injury claims, treatment progression, and demand preparation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with client-facing confidence

Nice To Haves

Experience managing higher-exposure cases involving injections, surgery, TBI, and spinal injuries
Familiarity with lien resolution including Medicare, Medi-Cal, and ERISA subrogation
Strong settlement instincts and adjuster negotiation experience
Understanding of CRPS indicators and complex pain syndrome identification
Experience with case management systems, Filevine preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor treatment progression and prevent case stagnation through the full treatment pipeline: PT/chiro, imaging, specialist consultation, pain management, injections, and surgical evaluation
Identify missing injuries, referrals, records, and causation support early, then implement corrections
Recognize plateau conditions and trigger appropriate next steps including imaging, specialist referrals, injections, surgical evaluation, neuropsychological evaluation, and functional capacity evaluation
Read and interpret medical records with fluency, identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and weak documentation
Analyze MRI, CT, and X-ray reports for case value and causation support
Ensure complete medical documentation before demand stage, including records, bills, imaging, and specialist reports
Treat statute of limitations protection as non-negotiable, ensuring proper calculation for all defendant types including government entities, medical malpractice, and minor tolling
Respond to escalations within 48 hours, with critical matters receiving same-day attention
Identify policy limit exposure and excess judgment risk for strategic handling
Oversee identification and tracking of all lien categories: medical liens, Medicare/Medi-Cal, ERISA subrogation, workers' compensation, and others
Develop lien negotiation strategies to protect net client recovery
Supervise Auditors in their quality control function over Case Managers, reviewing audit findings weekly
Handle routine department issues, shielding the Managing Partner from day-today operational matters
Use recurring errors as coaching opportunities and drive process improvement through pattern analysis
Approve demands, settlement authority, litigation referrals, and strategic case decisions
Ensure compliance with California State Bar communication requirements: client contact every 30 days minimum, significant developments communicated within 7 days
Manage high-expectation clients with professionalism, setting appropriate boundaries while delivering attentive service
De-escalate client concerns and maintain productive relationships throughout the case lifecycle

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based compensation
High-quality case volume with strong support staff
Structured systems and documented procedures designed for consistent results
A firm culture that values quality control, accountability, and professional excellence

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