Pre-Litigation Attorney - Personal Injury

Wilhite Law Firm; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Unlimited Time Off

Dog-Friendly Campus

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth

Job summary

The Wilhite Law Firm in Colorado is seeking a Pre-Litigation Attorney to own a diversified personal injury docket and advocate for clients through recovery. The role emphasizes client relationships, strategic case development, and collaboration with a Litigation Team for potential trial work.

Candidates should hold a JD, Colorado license, and strong negotiation and communication skills. The firm offers a hybrid work setup with growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Colorado license in good standing.
• Ability to manage an exciting caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build strong attorney-client relationships and evaluate liability, damages, and case value.
• Develop effective case strategies and guide clients through treatment and claim progression.
• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing parties while collaborating with case managers, medical providers, and adjusters.
• Transition cases to litigation when appropriate and deliver exceptional client service throughout the case lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation

Client communication

Caseload management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Ready to Build a Career, Not Just Work a Caseload?

At The Wilhite Law Firm, we don't just handle personal injury cases—we change lives. Every day, our team helps injured clients navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives and fights to secure the compensation they deserve.

If you're looking for a place where you can grow quickly, learn from experienced attorneys, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a high-performing team, we would be honored to meet you.

Why Choose The Wilhite Law Firm?

We are one of Colorado's leading personal injury firms, known for delivering exceptional results while investing in the development and success of our people.

The firm has served injured Coloradans for decades and actively supports numerous local organizations, schools, nonprofits, Colorado Buffaloes and community initiatives throughout the Denver area and beyond.

At Wilhite, you'll find:

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in clients' lives
• Experienced attorney mentors and leadership committed to your growth
• A collaborative team environment where everyone contributes to winning outcomes
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development
• High-quality casework with real responsibility and client interaction
• A culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and teamwork
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A group of really cool leaders
• This is an opportunity to build your skills, expand your experience, and accelerate your career with a firm that is growing and investing in its future.

What You'll Do

As a Pre-Litigation Attorney, you will have ownership of diversified personal injury docket while serving as a trusted advocate for your clients throughout their recovery journey.

• Building strong attorney-client relationships
• Evaluating liability, damages, and case value
• Developing effective case strategies
• Guiding clients through treatment and claim progression
• Negotiating with insurance carriers and opposing parties
• Collaborating with case managers, medical providers, and adjusters
• Resolving claims efficiently while maximizing client outcomes
• Working closely with our Litigation Team to transition cases when litigation becomes necessary, BUT with the potential opportunity to work choice cases through litigation
• Delivering exceptional client service and communication throughout the life of the case

Compensation

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $175,000 base
• Monthly Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities - tied to settlement amounts

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Unlimited Time Off - in your cover letter tell us your favorite vacation spot
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Dog-Friendly Campus
• Supportive Team Environment
• Career Growth
• Hybrid role
• Friday Happy Hour

Join a Team That Invests in You ---- Your next great opportunity could start here!

Requirements

What You Bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Colorado law license and good standing with the Colorado Bar
• Want to learn from the best
• Negotiation and client communication skills
• Ability to manage an exciting caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management software
• Bilingual –English/Spanish a plus
• Proud to be part of the Exclusive Personal Injury Law Firm of the Colorado Buffaloes

OUR CORE VALUES

We hire and promote based on our values. Successful team members exemplify:

Committed

• Fearless Driven Accountable Resilient

Mindful

• Prudent Critical Thinking Results-Oriented Problem Solvers

Agile

• Continually Improve Love to Learn Flexible Creative

Collaborative

• Kind Authentic Compassionate Team Players Who Love to Win

We are serious about our values, our clients, and our culture. If you are passionate about helping people, committed to excellence, and looking for a firm where you can grow as an attorney and leader, we encourage you to apply.