Pre-Litigation Attorney

Key Responsibilities Seeking an experienced Bilingual Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases and provide leadership and guidance to legal support staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, proven negotiation and settlement skills, and experience managing and mentoring legal teams. This role involves overseeing cases from intake through resolution, developing effective case strategies, negotiating settlements, and ensuring exceptional client service throughout the pre-litigation process. Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution, ensuring cases progress efficiently and deadlines are met. Case Evaluation: Review case facts, assess liability and potential damages, evaluate risks, and determine appropriate strategies for negotiation and resolution. Negotiations and Settlements: Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing parties to secure favorable outcomes for clients. Legal Analysis: Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy, decision-making, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and provide ongoing guidance to case managers, paralegals, case manager assistants, and negotiators. Operational Oversight: Monitor team performance, coordinate workflows, resolve case-related issues, and identify opportunities to improve departmental efficiency. Client Relations: Maintain consistent communication with clients, provide case updates, manage expectations, and explain legal strategies and next steps. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other legal professionals and support teams to ensure coordinated case management and timely resolution. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure accurate case documentation, adherence to legal and ethical standards, and consistent delivery of high-quality legal services. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in the North Carolina State Bar and in good standing. At least 3-5 years of negotiation and settlement experience. A minimum of three years of experience leading and mentoring staff in a legal setting. At least three years of pre-litigation or similar legal experience, preferably in plaintiff-side personal injury law. Demonstrated experience managing personal injury cases, evaluating claims, and negotiating settlements. Required Skills Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal. Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions regarding case strategy and resolution. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop non-attorney legal staff. Proficiency with case management systems (CMS), legal databases, and relevant software applications. Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams. Strong client-service skills, including empathy, professionalism, and the ability to address and de-escalate client concerns. High ethical standards and a commitment to quality legal representation. Compensation And Benefits Base Salary Additional Compensation: Performance-based bonus opportunities. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability and life insurance; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays. Work Schedule and Location Full-time position based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Primarily office-based, with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after the initial 90-day period. #J-18808-Ljbffr