Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney - Pre-Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental/vision

401(k) matching

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney for a full-time, in-office role. You will own cases from intake through settlement, providing exceptional client service and strategic legal representation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in plaintiff PI, deep knowledge of California PI law, and proven negotiation skills. Hybrid/remote options are not specified; strong communication with clients is essential, with bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• Active attorney in good standing.
• 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of California personal injury law and procedures.
• Experience managing a significant personal injury caseload.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to evaluate risk and leverage.
• Confident and empathetic communication with clients.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strategic investigations into liability, damages, and case value.
• Analyze medical records, evidence, and other case-related documentation.
• Develop case strategy and identify opportunities to maximize value.
• Draft and review demand packages and other legal documents.
• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Evaluate settlement offers and make strategic recommendations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the legal and factual issues affecting each case.
• Collaborate with legal assistants, case managers, and other professionals.

Skills

Client service

Case ownership

Negotiation

Legal judgment

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney for a full-time, in-office position in Irvine, California. The ideal candidate will take ownership of personal injury cases from intake through settlement, providing exceptional client service and strategic legal representation.

Duties

• Conduct strategic investigations into liability, damages, and case value.
• Analyze medical records, evidence, and other case-related documentation.
• Develop case strategy and identify opportunities to maximize value.
• Draft and review demand packages and other legal documents.
• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Evaluate settlement offers and make strategic recommendations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the legal and factual issues affecting each case.
• Collaborate with legal assistants, case managers, and other professionals.

Requirements

• Active attorney in good standing.
• 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of California personal injury law and procedures.
• Experience managing a significant personal injury caseload.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to evaluate risk and leverage.
• Confident and empathetic communication with clients.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal judgment and client-service skills.
• Ability to take ownership of cases and follow through.
• Comfortable making strategic decisions and advocating for clients.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and firm-observed holidays.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Dental, vision, life, and other ancillary benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match.
• Professional development and education opportunities.
• Regular firm events, team-building activities, and celebrations.
• Company-provided technology and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility.