Investigative Attorney

Jacoby & Meyers Accident & Injury Lawyers; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Unlimited Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Flexible Hours

Job summary

A leading law firm in California is looking for an Investigative Attorney to evaluate liability for injury cases, manage client relations, and conduct field investigations. The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney who is comfortable with flexible hours and travel. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and the opportunity to make a real difference in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Comfortable meeting with clients/potential clients both on-site and off-site.
• Comfortable with traveling and open to flexible hours.
• Good writing communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate liability and insurance for cases.
• Build client relationships during pre-litigation.
• Conduct investigations to collect evidence for cases.
• Communicate with adjusters and draft necessary correspondence.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Creative and flexible

Education

Licensed attorney in California

Job description

Investigative Attorney

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Job Title

Investigative Attorney

Salary

$100K - $160K

Type of Position

Full Time

Location

Usually, M-F 9-5 pm and flexible; however, attorney must also be flexible. The position will require traveling and driving to locations and may require being available outside of business hours and on some weekends, depending on investigation and as needed to meet and speak with clients.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate liability and insurance availability for the firm’s big injury and catastrophic injury cases
• Build client relationships and communicate with clients and family members during pre‑litigation
• Conduct investigations – collect and analyze evidence in order to determine all potential claims and liability, potential defendants, and insurance coverages (including going to the incident location and conducting field investigations to take photos, obtain surveillance footage, interview witnesses, etc.)
• Hire appropriate experts to assist with case; collect and provide information necessary for experts to conduct their case analysis and determine liability
• Hire outside investigators to take recorded statements and/or do specialized investigation
• Conduct legal research
• Investigate facts of loss and research application of case law
• Analyze, manage, and review evidence to assess liability and determine case plan
• Draft government claim forms and demand letters
• Communicate with adjusters; draft correspondence as needed

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in California
• Comfortable meeting with clients/potential clients both on‑site and off‑site
• Comfortable with traveling and open to flexible hours as necessary
• Comfortable with meeting/discussing cases with experts
• Creative and flexible
• Work well with others and have strong communication skills
• Work well under pressure
• Communicate well in writing with attention to detail

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Hospital Plans
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Unlimited Time Off (FTO) for Attorneys and Exec positions
• Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Transportation Incentive
• Cell Phone and Internet Stipend
• Flexible Hours
• Fully‑paid parking
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Leadership Development Programs
• 1x1 Leadership Coaching
• Remote positions

About Jacoby & Meyers

Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 50 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including automobile, motorcycle, bicycle, Uber/Lyft, or trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, construction accidents and other wrongful conduct, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients’ personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.

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Jacoby & Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.