Pre-Litigation Attorney: Personal Injury Negotiation Pro

CAMILO MANAGEMENT GROUP; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cesar Ornelas Law is seeking a motivated Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage personal injury matters from intake to settlement or transfer to litigation.

The successful candidate will take ownership of an assigned caseload, develop effective case strategies, evaluate damages, negotiate with insurance carriers, and collaborate with paralegals, case managers, medical providers, and other team members to achieve favorable results for our clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Prior experience handling personal injury matters, preferably in a plaintiff-side law firm.
• Strong understanding of personal injury claims, liability analysis, damages evaluation, insurance coverage, and settlement negotiations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound legal judgment, and make strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency with case management software and standard office technology.
• Commitment to client advocacy, professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

Responsabilités

• Manage an assigned caseload of personal injury matters from the pre-litigation stage through settlement or referral to the litigation department.
• Review case facts, liability, medical records, treatment history, and damages to develop effective case strategies.
• Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of each case and identify potential issues.
• Monitor case progress to ensure timely completion of treatment reviews, demand preparation, negotiations, and settlement activities.
• Identify cases requiring litigation and coordinate an efficient transition to the litigation team when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, documentation, and status updates in the firm's case management system.
• Prepare, review, and approve settlement demands supported by medical documentation, liability evidence, and damages analysis.
• Negotiate directly with insurance adjusters and defense representatives to obtain favorable settlements.
• Evaluate settlement offers and provide recommendations based on case value, liability, damages, and client objectives.
• Advise clients regarding settlement offers, risks, options, and the anticipated resolution process.
• Work toward maximizing settlement outcomes while maintaining appropriate case timelines and client expectations.
• Identify opportunities to resolve claims efficiently without compromising the client's interests.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients regarding case progress, treatment, settlement negotiations, and anticipated next steps.
• Explain legal procedures, insurance issues, settlement options, and relevant case developments in a clear and understandable manner.
• Establish realistic client expectations and address concerns promptly.
• Ensure clients receive responsive, respectful, and professional legal representation throughout the pre-litigation process.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with all applicable ethical obligations.
• Collaborate with pre-litigation paralegals, case managers, medical records personnel, and other departments to ensure cases progress efficiently.
• Provide legal guidance and direction to assigned support staff as appropriate.
• Review case files for completeness, accuracy, and readiness for demand and settlement negotiations.
• Assist in identifying workflow improvements and resolving case-related bottlenecks.
• Support the firm's overall performance goals through effective case management, communication, and teamwork.

Connaissances

Negotiation skills

Communication

Case management

Legal judgment

Independent work

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Outils

Case management software

Description du poste

Cesar Ornelas Law is seeking a motivated Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage personal injury matters from intake to settlement or transfer to litigation.

The successful candidate will take ownership of an assigned caseload, develop effective case strategies, evaluate damages, negotiate with insurance carriers, and collaborate with paralegals, case managers, medical providers, and other team members to achieve favorable results for our clients.