Lead PI Pre-Litigation Attorney — High-Value Cases (Hybrid)

Boutique Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles to lead our pre-litigation program and drive high-value cases from intake to settlement. You will supervise Pre-Lit Managers, Case Managers, and support staff while shaping strategy for substantial matters.

The ideal candidate holds a CA Bar license, 5+ years of plaintiff-side PI experience, and a track record of handling cases valued at $250K and above.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years plaintiff-side pre-litigation personal injury experience.
• Experience managing a large caseload with high-value matters (>= $250K).
• Strong knowledge of statutes of limitations and legal calendaring requirements.
• Excellent organization and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pre-litigation department and lead Pre-Lit Managers, Case Managers, and staff.
• Manage approximately 100–120 active, high-value PI cases.
• Evaluate liability, damages, medical treatment, and overall case value to strategize.
• Review medical, billing, police, and supporting records for progress.
• Lead settlement negotiations with insurers and opposing parties.
• Evaluate intake and determine if cases meet firm standards.
• Monitor deadlines and communicate with clients regarding status and strategy.
• Escalate matters to litigation when appropriate and coordinate transitions.
• Maintain accurate case documentation compliant with CA procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Negotiation

Case management

Client communication

Medical management knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Boutique Recruiting is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles to lead our pre-litigation program and drive high-value cases from intake to settlement. You will supervise Pre-Lit Managers, Case Managers, and support staff while shaping strategy for substantial matters.

The ideal candidate holds a CA Bar license, 5+ years of plaintiff-side PI experience, and a track record of handling cases valued at $250K and above.