Pre-Litigation Attorney: Lead PI Settlements & Medical Oversight

6 Degrees Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Pre-Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles to oversee a team of case managers, ensure timely medical treatment for clients, and lead settlement negotiations on high-valuation personal injury cases. The role emphasizes medical coordination, case progression, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with insurers and medical providers to secure favorable settlements while mentoring staff and maintaining high ethical standards in a dynamic PI practice.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in California.
• 2+ years of experience handling personal injury cases, with a focus on settlement negotiations in high-valuation cases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a team of case managers to ensure efficient handling of personal injury cases.
• Focus on ensuring clients are receiving appropriate and timely medical treatment.
• Directly handle settlement negotiations for high-value cases.
• Review medical records and communicate with clients to ensure ongoing care and document treatment progress.
• Collaborate with insurance companies, physicians, healthcare providers, and other involved parties to negotiate settlements.
• Monitor case timelines, ensuring that all aspects of the pre-litigation process are progressing smoothly.
• Provide guidance and support to the case managers in their tasks, including gathering medical records and ensuring treatment is aligned with the case's needs.
• Assess cases for settlement readiness and strategize on how to best approach settlement negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements for handling pre-litigation cases.

Skills

Active California Bar License

PI settlement experience

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Pre-Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles to oversee a team of case managers, ensure timely medical treatment for clients, and lead settlement negotiations on high-valuation personal injury cases. The role emphasizes medical coordination, case progression, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with insurers and medical providers to secure favorable settlements while mentoring staff and maintaining high ethical standards in a dynamic PI practice.