Pre-Litigation Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term disability and life保险

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Raleigh, North Carolina, seeks an experienced Bilingual Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases and mentor a legal support team.

The role oversees cases from intake through resolution, develops strategy, negotiates settlements, and ensures exceptional client service in the pre-litigation process. The ideal candidate will have a J.D., NC State Bar admission, 3–5 years in negotiation, and proven leadership of non-attorney staff; fluency in English

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the North Carolina State Bar and in good standing.
• At least 3–5 years of negotiation and settlement experience.
• A minimum of three years of experience leading and mentoring staff in a legal setting.
• At least three years of pre-litigation or similar legal experience, preferably in plaintiff-side personal injury law.
• Demonstrated experience managing personal injury cases, evaluating claims, and negotiating settlements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies and lead negotiations and settlements.
• Supervise and mentor case managers, paralegals, and negotiators.
• Oversee case progress, deadlines, and client communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coordinated case management and timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards and deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

CMS proficiency

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

CMS

Legal databases

Case management software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Seeking an experienced Bilingual Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage plaintiff-side personal injury cases and provide leadership and guidance to legal support staff.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law, proven negotiation and settlement skills, and experience managing and mentoring legal teams.
• This role involves overseeing cases from intake through resolution, developing effective case strategies, negotiating settlements, and ensuring exceptional client service throughout the pre-litigation process.
• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution, ensuring cases progress efficiently and deadlines are met.
• Case Evaluation: Review case facts, assess liability and potential damages, evaluate risks, and determine appropriate strategies for negotiation and resolution.
• Negotiations and Settlements: Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing parties to secure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Legal Analysis: Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy, decision-making, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and provide ongoing guidance to case managers, paralegals, case manager assistants, and negotiators.
• Operational Oversight: Monitor team performance, coordinate workflows, resolve case-related issues, and identify opportunities to improve departmental efficiency.
• Client Relations: Maintain consistent communication with clients, provide case updates, manage expectations, and explain legal strategies and next steps.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other legal professionals and support teams to ensure coordinated case management and timely resolution.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure accurate case documentation, adherence to legal and ethical standards, and consistent delivery of high-quality legal services.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the North Carolina State Bar and in good standing.
• At least 3-5 years of negotiation and settlement experience.
• A minimum of three years of experience leading and mentoring staff in a legal setting.
• At least three years of pre-litigation or similar legal experience, preferably in plaintiff-side personal injury law.
• Demonstrated experience managing personal injury cases, evaluating claims, and negotiating settlements.

Required Skills

• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions regarding case strategy and resolution.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop non-attorney legal staff.
• Proficiency with case management systems (CMS), legal databases, and relevant software applications.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
• Strong client-service skills, including empathy, professionalism, and the ability to address and de-escalate client concerns.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to quality legal representation.

Compensation And Benefits

• Base Salary
• Additional Compensation: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability and life insurance; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays.

Work Schedule and Location

• Full-time position based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
• Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Primarily office-based, with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after the initial 90-day period.