Intake Attorney

Witherite Law Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Paid STD (with no waiting)

Option to purchase additional Life and

Voluntary LTD, Critical Illness, etc.

401(k) with company contributions

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Witherite Law Group in Dallas, TX is seeking an Intake Attorney to serve as a legal resource for the intake team, evaluating potential cases for representation and guiding eligibility. The role involves handling a limited pre-litigation caseload, assisting with hearings, and ensuring proper case routing.

Qualifications include a JD, state Bar admission, and 2+ years in personal injury law with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar admission in good standing.
• 2+ years in personal injury law, pre-litigation/pre-suit preferred.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law and insurance practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary legal resource for intake team on case qualification questions.
• Review inquiries and assess viability and firm acceptance criteria.
• Provide guidance on complex intake issues and escalated matters.
• Evaluate merits of personal injury cases at pre-litigation stage.
• Attend TRO and MPU hearings as required and prepare materials.
• Coordinate with pre-litigation and litigation teams on case development.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Case management

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

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Intake Attorney

Attorneys Full Time Ind Contributor Dallas, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1204

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

Position Summary :The Intake Attorney serves as a legal resource and subject matter expert for the Intake teams, helping ensure that potential cases are properly evaluated, qualified, and routed for representation. This position plays a critical role in supporting client acquisition efforts by providing legal guidance on case eligibility, liability assessments, and other intake-related issues.

The Intake Attorney will represent the firm at TRO and MPU hearings, assist with case evaluations, and maintain a limited caseload of pre-litigation matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, sound legal judgment, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary legal resource for Client Support and intake team members regarding case qualification questions.
• Review potential client inquiries and provide legal assessments regarding case viability and firm acceptance criteria.
• Provide guidance on complex intake issues and escalated client matters.
• Evaluate and assess the merits of personal injury cases at the pre-litigation stage.
• Attend and represent the firm at TRO and MPU hearings as required.
• Prepare hearing materials, documentation, and supporting evidence.
• Communicate hearing outcomes and recommendations to management and case teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable court procedures and legal requirements.
• Manage a limited caseload of pre-litigation personal injury matters.
• Review medical records, bills, and supporting evidence.
• Assist in settlement evaluation and case resolution strategies.
• Coordinate with pre-litigation and litigation teams regarding case development and transfer when appropriate.
• Prepare and send demand letters to insurance companies, outlining the injuries and damages sustained by clients.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance adjusters to secure the best possible outcome for clients.
• Maintain thorough case documentation, including file notes, correspondence, and status updates.
• Work closely with the litigation team to ensure smooth transition of cases that require litigation.
• Stay up to date with legal trends, statutes, and case law affecting personal injury claims.
• Provide excellent client service by keeping clients informed and involved in the progress of their cases.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in personal injury law, preferably with a focus on pre-litigation or pre-suit matters.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, insurance practices, and case evaluation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• A client-centered approach with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

Physical Requirements:

• Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
• Stationary Position – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
• Move or Traverse – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery such as a copy machine/printer. May occasionally ascends/descends the stairs to get to other floors, cafeteria and parking area.
• Dexterity – constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer.
• Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove - Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.
• Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information - The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess - The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Benefits and Perks:

• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid STD (with no waiting period)
• Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer:Please note that this job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.