Personal Injury Pre-Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring Pre-Litigation Attorney for Growing Personal Injury Firm - IN OFFICE - AVENTURA, FL

Hiring a Florida Personal Injury Pre-Litigation Attorney (Must be in South Florida)

Do you feel undervalued while working at a large personal injury firm? Do you like to leverage technology at work? Do you want to help people who are in a difficult and sometimes life-altering situation? Do you want to fight for someone else’s rights and fairness?

If so, Keep Reading! (read until the end)

We are a personal injury law firm that is on track for aggressive growth, and we need an experienced Personal Injury Pre-litigation Attorney to join our team, working directly with the owner to support the team and help clients.

We love to help people learn and grow. We need a Pre-Litigation Attorney with experience in personal injury. The ideal candidate will be able to take initiative on work that needs to be done and complete tasks with minimal hand-holding. We want to be known for helping clients come out of an extremely emotional process feeling as though they are a better person, in a better position, and that they had a team behind them that really cared and fought for them. We are growing fast, and we need a prelitigation attorney who can hit the ground running.

Initial employment compensation will be based on your experience, with opportunities for increases after that. There is an opportunity for bonus compensation for those who can demonstrate their profitability. If this exciting opportunity appeals to you, please follow the instructions listed below.

Applications That Do Not Follow Instructions Will Not Be Considered:

Prepare a cover letter with no more than TWO paragraphs and a closing sentence. In the first paragraph, explain what you believe are the 3 most important qualities needed in someone who works with personal injury clients and why you believe they are the most important qualities. In the second paragraph, explain why you applied to this particular ad. As a closing sentence, please write, “I have read the instructions contained in the job posting and have followed the instructions.” Then email it to the founder of Rafaeli Law.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

$100,000 - $200,000 yearly

Pre-Litigation Attorney Responsibilities

Client Consultation & Intake

• Meet with new clients to evaluate case merits and explain the legal process and next steps.

• Gather initial documentation, including police reports, photos, and medical records.

Case Investigation & Evidence Development

• Conduct fact-gathering: accident reports, treatment history, witness interviews.

• Coordinate with investigators, accident reconstructionists, and medical experts to build the liability and damages narrative.

• Identify potential defendants and applicable insurance coverage early.

Medical Treatment Coordination

• Guide clients through treatment, monitor progress, and secure complete records and billing from providers.

Legal Research & Analysis

• Analyze relevant statutes, case law, and policy provisions.

• Assess liability, causation, and damages to determine case value and strategy.

Demand Preparation

• Draft demand letters covering liability, injuries, treatment, and damages, supported by records, bills, photos, and expert reports.

• Calculate economic and non-economic damages to maximize recovery.

Settlement Negotiations

• Negotiate with adjusters and opposing parties pre-suit; counter low offers and pursue policy limits where warranted.

Client Communication

• Maintain regular contact, provide updates, and set clear expectations on treatment, timeline, and settlement.

Case Strategy & Management

• Build toward resolution while preserving leverage for suit if needed.

• Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and lien resolution.

• Manage a high-volume caseload using Filevine to keep files organized.

Team Collaboration

• Work with case managers and staff for timely case progression.

• Escalate to litigation when pre-suit resolution fails, and prepare a clean file handoff.

Ethics & Professional Development

• Maintain confidentiality and bar compliance.

• Stay current on PI law and pre-litigation practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

• Active bar admission and good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Experience

• 5+ years practicing law, with a focus on personal injury pre-litigation.

• Proven track record of successful case outcomes and strong settlement results.

• Experience managing cases from intake through demand and negotiation.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to conduct thorough case investigations.

• Proficiency in drafting demand letters, correspondence, and settlement agreements.

• Solid grounding in PI law, regulations, and precedent.

Communication

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to explain legal concepts clearly to clients.

• Strong interpersonal skills for client relationship-building.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

• Sharp case assessment skills — spotting strengths, weaknesses, and value.

• Strategic and problem-solving mindset through the pre-suit process.

Ethics & Professionalism

• Adherence to ethical standards, confidentiality, and privilege.

Organization & Time Management

• Strong organizational skills for high-volume caseloads.

• Reliable deadline and multitasking management.

Team Collaboration

• Works well with case managers, paralegals, and other attorneys.

• Contributes to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Continuing Education

• Stays current on developments in PI law.

Adaptability

• Handles shifting case dynamics with flexibility and composure under pressure.

Rafaeli Law is a cutting-edge, personal injury law firm that’s redefining what it means to serve accident victims with compassion, precision, and relentless advocacy. Since launching in 2020, we’ve experienced rapid growth by combining high-impact legal representation with innovative technology and a client-first approach. Our team is driven, collaborative, and obsessed with results—we don’t just settle cases; we change lives. If you're looking to be part of a modern law firm that values its people as much as its clients, Rafaeli Law is the place to grow.