Associate Attorney - Personal Injury | Pre Litigation

Jobot; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Origination fee bonus

Performance bonus

Remote or Hybrid options

Job summary

Jobot in Durham, NC seeks a Plaintiff Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney to manage a dedicated personal injury caseload. Under the Partner, you will focus on pre-litigation advocacy, demand drafting, settlement negotiation, and high-touch client communication.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited law school, active NC Bar, 2–5 years of plaintiff-side pre-litigation experience (10 years considered). Spanish fluency preferred. Firm offers remote or hybrid work with strong bonus potential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active NC Bar license.
• 2–5 years of plaintiff personal injury pre-litigation experience.
• Fluency or strong preference for Spanish language.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Litigation Management: Manage the full lifecycle of plaintiff personal injury files (95% PI, with light Workers' Compensation exposure) from intake through resolution.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Evaluate case merit, calculate damages, review medical records, draft demand letters, and negotiate directly with insurance adjusters.
• Client Relations: Maintain compassionate, transparent communication with clients, delivering high-level service throughout their recovery process.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a team of 7 experienced paralegals and support staff to ensure efficient file movement.
• Litigation Support: Provide occasional assistance on litigation matters when needed (depositions, motions, court appearances, or trial prep are a plus).

Skills

Client service

Oral communication

Written communication

Empathy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active North Carolina Bar

Job description

Job details:

115K + Bonus | Personal Injury + Pre Litigation | Remote

Salary: $80,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a premier North Carolina Triangle law firm based in Durham with a track record of recovering millions of dollars for injured clients. Recognized by Super Lawyers and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the firm pairs big-firm capabilities with a personalized, client-first approach. The team consists of 8 attorneys and 7 dedicated support staff members working across personal injury, workers' compensation, and employment law.

Why join us?

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000 – $115,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Origination Fee: 25% bonus on self-originated cases.
• Performance Bonus: Discretionary year-end bonus starting at 5% of fees generated above 3x base salary (typical annual bonus payouts range from $20,000 to $100,000+).
• Work Arrangement: Flexible Remote or Hybrid options available for candidates based in or near North Carolina.

Job Details

The firm is seeking a driven Plaintiff Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney to manage a dedicated personal injury caseload. Working directly under the Partner, this role focuses primarily on pre-litigation advocacy, demand drafting, settlement negotiation, and high-touch client communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Litigation Management: Manage the full lifecycle of plaintiff personal injury files (95% PI, with light Workers' Compensation exposure) from intake through resolution.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Evaluate case merit, calculate damages, review medical records, draft demand letters, and negotiate directly with insurance adjusters.
• Client Relations: Maintain compassionate, transparent communication with clients, delivering high-level service throughout their recovery process.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a team of 7 experienced paralegals and support staff to ensure efficient file movement.
• Litigation Support: Provide occasional assistance on litigation matters when needed (depositions, motions, court appearances, or trial prep are a plus).

Candidate Qualifications

• Education & Bar: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active license in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.
• Experience: 2–5 years of plaintiff-side personal injury pre-litigation experience (candidates up to 10 years will be considered).
• Track Record: Demonstrated stability in past employment (a history of long‑term tenure is required; job‑hopping will not be considered).
• Languages: Spanish language fluency is highly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional client service orientation, strong oral and written communication skills, and empathy for injured clients.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.