Pre-Litigation Supervisor (Attorney)

Block LLP•Burbank, CA

10h

About The Position

Block LLP is seeking an experienced personal injury Pre-Litigation Supervisor to provide attorney-level oversight and leadership of our pre-litigation department. This role is responsible for working with our Leadership Team in managing the performance, workflow, and quality of all pre-litigation personal injury matters while supervising Case Managers and Case Manager Assistants. The Pre-Litigation Supervisor acts as both a strategic leader and hands-on legal authority, ensuring cases are properly evaluated, advanced efficiently, and positioned for maximum resolution value prior to litigation.

Requirements

Active California Bar license in good standing
5+ years of personal injury experience, including pre-litigation matters
Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred
Deep understanding of PI law, insurance coverage, liability, and damages
Proven ability to evaluate case value and settlement strategy
Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Ability to manage teams, workflows, and competing priorities
Experience with PI case management software preferred

Responsibilities

Provide attorney-level supervision of all pre-litigation personal injury cases
Oversee case strategy, liability analysis, damages evaluation, and settlement positioning
Ensure consistency, quality control, and compliance across the pre-litigation department
Serve as escalation point for complex cases, coverage issues, and high-value claims
Monitor statutes, deadlines, and risk exposure
Supervise, mentor, and train Case Managers and Case Manager Assistants
Conduct regular file reviews, performance evaluations, and coaching sessions
Establish clear expectations, workflows, and accountability standards
Identify training needs and support professional growth of team members
Collaborate with leadership on hiring, onboarding, and team structure
Review and approve demand packages prior to submission
Provide guidance on settlement negotiations and resolution strategy
Participate in high-level negotiations with insurance carriers when needed
Ensure cases are prepared for seamless transition to litigation when necessary
Track and analyze pre-litigation metrics (cycle time, settlement values, conversion rates, client satisfaction)
Implement and refine SOPs, workflows, and best practices
Partner with Operations and Firm Leadership to improve efficiency and outcomes
Ensure accurate data entry and reporting across case management systems
Work closely with Litigation, Intake, and Operations teams
Ensure smooth handoffs between departments
Align pre-litigation practices with firm-wide goals and standards