Pre-litigation Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

PTO

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Hybrid Pre-litigation Attorney for a well-established regional firm with a strong culture. The role offers a competitive base salary, bonus opportunities, and a hybrid schedule that supports work-life balance.

You will evaluate claims, communicate with clients, review medical records, and lead a team through the pre-litigation phase to successful settlements. Ideal candidates hold an active New Jersey Bar license and have at least 2 years of experience in personal injury, with

Qualifications

• Strong legal research, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large and active caseload.
• Leadership and mentorship of legal support staff.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate merits and strategy of personal injury claims.
• Maintain direct client communication and provide legal guidance.
• Review medical records and case documents.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis.
• Negotiate settlements with carriers and opposing parties.
• Supervise and guide assigned legal support staff.
• Prioritize deadlines to move cases toward resolution.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Case management

Negotiation

Leadership

Job description

Hybrid Pre-litigation Attorney | Well Established Regional Firm with Great Culture - Voted Top Workplace! | Up to $150k

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

Our firm is a nationally recognized personal injury practice with a long-standing history of advocating for individuals and families following serious accidents and injuries.

With a large team of attorneys and legal professionals across multiple practice areas, the firm handles a broad range of personal injury matters, including auto accidents, premises liability, catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, motorcycle accidents, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex claims.

The firm has built its reputation on aggressive advocacy, strong client relationships, and achieving significant results for the individuals and families it represents.

Why join us

• Meaningful work: Help injured clients navigate some of the most challenging periods of their lives.
• Hybrid flexibility: 36 remote days your first year, then 1 remote day a week after first year
• Established platform: Join a well-respected personal injury organization with significant resources and a proven track record.
• Leadership opportunity: Supervise and mentor a team of legal support professionals while driving cases forward.
• High level of responsibility: Take ownership of personal injury matters from initial evaluation through resolution of the pre-litigation phase.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals across a broad range of personal injury matters.
• Growth potential: Join a growing organization with opportunities to develop your legal expertise and advance your career.
• Competitive compensation and benefits: Receive a strong benefits package along with bonus opportunities.

Job Details

• Evaluate the merits, value, and potential strategy of personal injury claims.
• Maintain direct communication with clients and provide ongoing legal guidance and counsel.
• Review and analyze medical records, treatment histories, and other case-related documentation.
• Conduct legal research and perform case analysis.
• Investigate claims and identify issues that may impact case value or resolution.
• Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing parties.
• Authorize and facilitate settlements during the pre-litigation process.
• Manage a large and active caseload while maintaining attention to detail and client service.
• Supervise, direct, and provide guidance to assigned legal support staff.
• Prioritize competing deadlines and ensure cases move efficiently toward resolution.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and internal teams to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.

What We're Looking For

• Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing.
• At least 2 years of legal experience, with meaningful client contact and/or negotiation experience.
• Personal injury experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large and active caseload.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills.
• Excellent investigative and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong judgment and the ability to evaluate case merits and potential outcomes.
• Proven ability to provide direction, mentorship, and leadership to legal support staff.
• A client-first mindset with a strong commitment to advocacy and service.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Additional medical insurance options
• Group and optional life insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Hospital leave
• 401(k) with company matching

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.