Fire Injury Pre-Suit Attorney

Morgan & Morgan; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Orlando seeks a Pre-Suit Attorney to join the Product Liability and Fire group. You will vet, fully develop, and position cases for litigation, evaluating claims, overseeing pre-suit investigation and medical review, guiding causation and liability analysis, and ensuring readiness before filing.

This role focuses on maximizing case value, reducing downstream inefficiencies, and informing decisions on matter retention and referral through proactive client engagement and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 1+ years of plaintiff-side litigation experience preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment across a high-volume docket.
• Understanding of product-liability theories and causation analysis preferred, but not required.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with attorneys, investigators, and case staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate Product Liability and Fire intakes and matters to assess product exposure, injury severity, causation viability, SOL, and jurisdictional considerations.
• Oversee pre-suit investigation activity, directing activity to gather facts and information to inform claim viability, analyzing causation issues, and identifying evidentiary gaps.
• Serve as the primary attorney point of contact for clients during the pre-suit phase and manage expectations.
• Prepare cases for transition to litigation by outlining key witnesses and partnering with litigation counsel.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and data integrity in firm systems.

Skills

Legal judgment

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Pre-Suit Attorney to join our Product Liability and Fire group. This critical role sits at the frontlines of client engagement, case selection, and litigation readiness. You will be responsible for effectively vetting, fully developing, and strategically positioning cases for litigation. You will evaluate potential claims, oversee pre-suit investigation and medical review, guide causation and liability analysis, and ensure cases are strategically positioned before filing. This role is crucial for maximizing case value, minimizing downstream inefficiencies, and informing decisions regarding matter retention and referral.

Responsibilities

• Case Evaluation & Screening. Evaluate Product Liability and Fire intakes and matters to assess product exposure, injury severity, causation viability, SOL, and jurisdictional considerations. Make retain, refer, or decline recommendations consistent with firm and litigation-specific criteria.
• Causation & Liability Analysis. Oversee pre-suit investigation activity, directing activity to gather facts and information to inform claim viability, analyzing general and specific causation issues, and identifying evidentiary gaps and weaknesses in a potential claim.
• Client Engagement. Serve as the primary attorney point of contact for clients during the pre-suit phase. Serve as a trusted partner for clients to clarify facts, manage expectations, and ensure a high-quality client experience.
• Litigation Readiness & Handoff. Prepare cases for transition to litigation by identifying strengths and vulnerabilities, outlining key witnesses, and partnering with litigation counsel to ensure continuity of strategy and factual understanding.
• Process Discipline & Continuous Improvement. Maintain accurate case documentation and data integrity in firm systems.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 1+ years of legal experience, with plaintiff-side litigation experience preferred
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment across a high-volume docket
• Understanding of product-liability theories and causation analysis preferred, but not required
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with attorneys, investigators, and case staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skill

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Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

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