Attorney Team Lead, Pre-Litigation with Uncapped Earnings

DM Injury Law; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Origination bonus

Quarterly bonuses

No billable hours

Paralegal support

401(k) match

Health insurance

Sustainable caseloads

Job summary

DM Injury Law in Kansas City seeks a senior attorney to lead a team of pre-litigation lawyers while handling your own PI caseload. You’ll report to the Regional Pre-Litigation GM, with paralegals handling admin and you focusing on clients, negotiations, and strategy.

You’ll guide the team, manage cases end-to-end, and drive client communication, settlements, and referrals. This is a high-impact, contingency-based role with uncapped earning potential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Missouri Bar license is required.
• Eligibility for Kansas Bar license (UBE or reciprocity).
• Two+ years of personal injury experience.
• Experience leading or mentoring attorneys is preferred.
• Client-first approach and impact on case outcomes.
• Self-direction and organization in a high-volume practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with legal technology and case management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of pre-litigation attorneys.
• Manage your own caseload from intake through demand and resolution.
• Maintain proactive, consistent client communication.
• Negotiate with insurance adjusters to maximize client recovery.
• Draft demand letters and settlement agreements; review team output.
• Direct paralegals and case managers supporting the Kansas City office.
• Meet regularly with the Pre-Lit General Manager on growth and strategy.
• Build referral relationships to grow book of business and income.

Skills

Missouri Bar license

Kansas Bar eligibility

Personal injury experience

Leadership experience

Client-focused approach

Strong communication

Legal technology proficiency

Tools

Case management software

Job description

DM Injury Law in Kansas City seeks a senior attorney to lead a team of pre-litigation lawyers while handling your own PI caseload. You’ll report to the Regional Pre-Litigation GM, with paralegals handling admin and you focusing on clients, negotiations, and strategy.

You’ll guide the team, manage cases end-to-end, and drive client communication, settlements, and referrals. This is a high-impact, contingency-based role with uncapped earning potential and comprehensive benefits.