Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney

Larry H. Parker; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Remote Positions

Job summary

Jacoby & Meyers seeks a Pre-Litigation Attorney to join our California-based team. This full-time position is remote, focusing on early case strategy, claims negotiation, and pre-litigation document preparation.

The candidate must be a licensed California attorney, capable of collaborating with clients and experts in a fast-paced environment. New bar passers are encouraged to apply; strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed California attorney required or clearly in process.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with clients, experts, and colleagues in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel and accommodate flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review court documents with close attention to detail.
• Negotiate claims and follow up with clients.
• Manage pre-litigation investigations and gather supporting records.
• Communicate with adjusters, clients, and family members as needed.
• Appear for hearings and coordinate with government claim processes.

Skills

Licensed attorney in California

Strong communication skills

Written communication

Flexibility / adaptability

Travel readiness

Job description

Pre-Litigation Attorney Job Description

Do you want to LOVE where you work, make an impact in your community, and receive hands on training alongside some of the best attorneys in the field? Jacoby & Meyers is the pre-eminent law firm protecting consumers since 1972. We are currently seeking a smart and capable attorney to join our growing team. Prior personal injury experience is not required but highly preferred; new bar passers encouraged to apply. At Jacoby & Meyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It's a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.

Job Title

Pre-Litigation Attorney

Type of Position

Full Time

Location

Remote

Pay

$100K/year – $160k/year

Job Description

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work within a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Pay strong attention to details in drafting court documents
• Compile all possible information, evidence and documentation, including medical records and bills, loss of earnings documentation and change in lifestyle information, that will help the legal department build a case
• Negotiate claims
• Follow up with clients
• Review and evaluate liability and insurance availability for cases in pre-litigation
• 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
• 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
• Appear in front of judge for hearings
• Identify government claims and other avenues for recovery

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in California **
• Comfortable meeting with clients/potential clients both on-site and off-site
• Comfortable with travelling 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

• Flexible Schedules
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
• 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
• Commuter Transportation Incentive
• Cell Phone and Internet Stipend
• Fully-paid parking
• Learning and Development Programs
• Remote Positions

About J&M

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.