Director of Operations/COO

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing personal injury law firm in California is seeking a strategic operations leader to oversee firm administration and drive growth. The role may be at the COO or Director of Operations level, depending on qualifications. Candidates should have significant experience in law firm operations, a track record of team leadership, and a strong educational background. This position offers a competitive salary range between $150K and $350K depending on the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury law firm operations is required.
• Proven ability to lead large teams (200+) and implement technology.
• Demonstrated success in fostering a positive culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all firm operations including HR, IT, and finance.
• Partner with leadership to set operational strategy.
• Implement technology across legal operations to improve efficiency.

Skills

Personal injury law firm operations experience

Team leadership

Technology implementation

Collaborative culture fostering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a growing plaintiff-side personal injury law firm to find a strategic and hands-on operations leader to oversee firm administration and drive continued growth. This position is located in California and offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate. The role may be filled at the Chief Operating Officer (COO) or Director of Operations level depending on the qualifications of the applicant.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Oversee all firm operations including HR, IT, accounting/finance, facilities, and case management systems.
• Partner with firm leadership to set operational strategy, drive process improvements, and support continued growth.
• Lead and develop department heads; act as the connector between teams to foster collaboration and reduce tension.
• Implement and optimize technology across legal operations (intake, case management, IT systems, HR, and finance tools).
• Ensure operational excellence, compliance, and efficiency in a fast-paced PI litigation environment.
• Represent firm leadership values by maintaining an approachable, professional, and solutions-focused leadership style.

Qualifications

• Personal injury law firm operations experience is required (ideal: COO, Firm Administrator, or Director of Operations at a PI firm).
• Demonstrated success leading large teams (200+ for COO; mid-size team leadership for Director-level).
• Strong track record of implementing technology and driving adoption across multiple departments.
• Proven ability to unite teams and foster a collaborative, positive culture.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred. JD is a plus.

Compensation

• COO: $250K - $350K (must have prior COO title and large-scale team management).
• Director of Operations: $150K - $250K with growth path to COO in 4-5 years.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.