Lead Attorney, Personal Injury

Wintermeyer Ventures; Los Angeles (CA); Híbrido; USD 170.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wintermeyer Ventures is building an in-house plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Los Angeles, CA. You will represent clients through the full lifecycle of their cases and help shape the team and its client-service approach.

The role focuses on motor vehicle and premises liability matters, with responsibilities spanning intake to resolution, negotiation, mediation, and trial. A strong client-service track record and CA license are required.

Formación

• 3+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience including motor vehicle or premises liability.
• Experience managing injury cases from intake through resolution; 5+ years of experience and trial exposure preferred.
• Active California bar license and current residence in California.
• JD from an accredited nonprofit law school ranked among the top 50 nationally.
• Professional, client-focused approach with a track record of strong client service.
• Experience supervising non-attorney staff, building referral relationships, or startup/independent practice helpful.
• Comfort in a hybrid setting with remote work and in-person client meetings.

Responsabilidades

• Represent personal injury clients from intake through resolution, focusing on motor vehicle and premises liability.
• Select cases, develop legal strategy, and make decisions to maximize client recovery.
• Handle pre-litigation negotiations, mediation, and trial for seriously injured clients.
• Provide attentive client service, including in-person meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with company leaders and marketing partners to grow the practice.
• Work with product partners to set standards for after-hours client support.

Conocimientos

Plaintiff-side PI

Case management

Trial exposure

Client service

Educación

Juris Doctor (JD)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Build and grow an in-house plaintiff-side personal injury practice within a legal services organization. You will represent clients through the full lifecycle of their cases while helping shape the team and its approach to client service.

What You'll Do

• Represent personal injury clients from intake through resolution, with a focus on motor vehicle and premises liability cases.
• Select cases, develop legal strategy, and make decisions aimed at maximizing client recovery.
• Handle pre-litigation negotiations, mediation, and trial for clients with serious injuries.
• Provide attentive client service, including meeting clients in person when needed.
• Work with company leaders and marketing partners to shape the practice, grow the team, and differentiate its brand.
• Collaborate with product partners to set standards for after-hours client support.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, including handling motor vehicle or premises liability matters.
• Experience managing injury cases from intake through resolution; 5 or more years of experience and trial exposure are preferred.
• Active authorization to practice law in California and current residence in California.
• A law degree from an accredited, nonprofit law school ranked among the top 50 nationally.
• A professional, client-focused approach, a stable career history, and a record of strong client service.
• Experience supervising non-attorney staff, building referral relationships, or working in a startup or independent practice is helpful.
• Comfort working in a hybrid setting that combines remote work and in-person client meetings.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $170,000 to $300,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in Los Angeles, California.