Pre-Litigation Case Investigator

Witherite Law Group•Dallas, TX

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Witherite Law Group (WLG) is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. Their vision is to improve the life of each person they serve, putting people first, providing unmatched expertise, and displaying integrity. The firm's attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve, handling complex legal work so clients can focus on recovery. WLG is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. The primary responsibility of the Pre-Litigation Case Investigator is to discover the negligence of drivers, companies, and other leading factors by conducting social media and background research in personal injury claims. The Case Investigator will utilize best practices for database and internet searches, adhering to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred
Excellent organizational and research skills
Excellent critical thinking skills including a passion for finding links and correlation of potential negligence.
Outstanding attention to detail
Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion in dealing with confidential information
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or any related field, a plus
Proficient in Filevine (preferred)

Responsibilities

Quickly and correctly identify all parties involved in personal injury cases and their contact information.
Perform investigative research on a number of company and business websites, federal, state and local government websites and safety regulatory websites.
Perform investigative research on a variety of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and others.
Read, analyze, and distill large amounts of information from all sources and apply it to an investigation.
Provide in-depth reports on background data and social media findings.
Identify and notify all potential insurance carriers of the claim on behalf of our clients.
Generate and mail letters of representation/correspondence to parties involved as required.
Communicate with management and attorneys regarding investigative findings.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding subjects under investigation.
Perform other duties as assigned.