Pre-Litigation Attorney

Revelationssearch; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Revelationssearch seeks an experienced Pre-Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles to lead a team of Case Managers in a busy pre-litigation setting. Candidates should possess an active license to practice law in California and bring over 4 years of relevant experience, especially in personal injury cases.

This is a full-time, in-office role where leadership, strong negotiation skills, and client service are key. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and enhance team performance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of pre-litigation experience (demand letters, settlement negotiations).
• Able to train, motivate, and hold team members accountable.
• Proven track record of achieving favorable resolutions pre-suit.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team in a high-volume pre-litigation environment.
• Drive case outcomes and maintain high standards of client service.
• Oversee compliance with deadlines and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation and settlement skills

Leadership and team development

Written and verbal communication

High-level organization and case management

Education

Active license to practice law in California

Tools

Case management software (e.g., Filevine)

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Litigation Attorney to lead and manage a team of Case Managers and Assistant Case Managers in a high-volume pre-litigation environment (likely personal injury or insurance-related practice). This is a full-time, in-person role based in our office. The ideal candidate will combine strong legal acumen in pre-litigation with proven people-leadership skills to drive case outcomes, mentor the team, and maintain high standards of efficiency and client service.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bar Admission: Active license to practice law in California.
• Experience:
  • 4+ years of hands-on pre-litigation experience (demand letters, settlement negotiations, discovery, insurance carrier dealings, etc.).
• Core Skills:
  • Strong negotiation and settlement skills with a proven track record of achieving favorable resolutions pre-suit.
  • Excellent leadership and team development abilities; able to train, motivate, and hold Case Managers/Assistant Case Managers accountable.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills (clear, professional demand packages and client updates).
  • High-level organization and case management; able to oversee a high-volume docket while ensuring team compliance with deadlines and best practices.
• Work Style: In-office presence required (not remote/hybrid). Reliable, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Priorities for Top Candidates

• Experience managing pre-litigation in plaintiff-side personal injury (auto, premises, slip-and-fall, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior staff, with measurable improvements in team performance/metrics.
• Familiarity with case management software (e.g., Filevine).
• Track record of handling complex or high-value cases pre-litigation.
• Prior experience transitioning cases to litigation counsel when necessary.Strong client communication skills and a client-first mindset.