Senior Pre-Litigation Attorney

J&Y Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

401(k) matching

PTO

Paid Holidays

Bar Dues

Job summary

J&Y Law is seeking an experienced Senior Pre-Litigation Attorney to manage a high-value plaintiff personal injury caseload from intake through settlement in California. The role includes mentoring junior attorneys and staff, and collaborating with leadership to drive department growth.

The ideal candidate has extensive pre-litigation experience, exceptional negotiation skills, and a track record of handling complex, high-value cases while maintaining client-focused service.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 8 years of plaintiff personal injury experience, especially pre-litigation matters.
• Ability to independently manage complex, high-value cases from intake through settlement.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a high-value plaintiff personal injury caseload from intake through settlement.
• Develop legal strategy based on liability, damages, insurance coverage, and case value.
• Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and staff.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to improve operations and develop best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Case management

Education

Active California Bar license in good standing

Job description

All applications will remain strictly confidential. Apply with confidence knowing your information will be handled with the utmost discretion throughout the hiring process.

J&Y Law is a leading California plaintiff personal injury law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional results and outstanding client service. Our continued growth is driven by a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and advocacy for our clients.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Pre-Litigation Attorney to join our team. This position is designed for a highly accomplished attorney with extensive plaintiff personal injury experience who can independently manage complex, high-value cases while providing leadership and mentorship within the Pre-Litigation Department.

Position Summary

The Senior Pre-Litigation Attorney will oversee a high-value personal injury caseload from intake through settlement, ensuring every case is strategically managed to maximize client recovery. In addition to handling complex legal matters, this individual will serve as a leader within the department by mentoring junior attorneys and legal staff, collaborating with leadership, and contributing to the continued success and growth of the firm.

The ideal candidate has significant experience negotiating substantial settlements, excels in a fast-paced environment, and possesses the leadership skills necessary to help develop a high-performing pre-litigation team.

• Independently manage a high-volume plaintiff personal injury caseload from intake through settlement.
• Develop legal strategy based on liability, damages, insurance coverage, and overall case value.
• Evaluate complex liability issues and exposure.
• Analyze medical records, treatment progression, future medical care, and damages.
• Monitor statutes of limitation and all litigation deadlines.
• Identify cases requiring litigation and facilitate a seamless transition to the litigation department.

Settlement Negotiations

• Negotiate settlements with insurance adjusters and defense counsel.
• Maximize settlement value through strategic negotiations.
• Participate in mediations and settlement conferences when appropriate.
• Resolve complex and high-value personal injury claims efficiently.

Client Representation

• Serve as the primary legal advisor throughout the pre-litigation process.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients regarding case status and legal strategy.
• Build strong client relationships while delivering exceptional customer service.
• Counsel clients on settlement recommendations and case expectations.
• Mentor and support junior attorneys.
• Provide legal guidance to case managers, legal assistants, and support staff.
• Review work product to ensure quality and compliance.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with attorney training and departmental development.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to improve operational efficiency.
• Assist in developing best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Support quality control initiatives and workflow improvements.
• Contribute to department performance, productivity, and client satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

Required

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 8 years of plaintiff personal injury experience, with extensive experience handling pre-litigation matters.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex, high-value personal injury cases from intake through settlement.
• Demonstrated success negotiating significant settlements.
• Strong understanding of California personal injury law, insurance coverage, and damages analysis.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience within a legal team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume plaintiff personal injury practice.

Preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience handling catastrophic injury, wrongful death, trucking, premises liability, and other complex personal injury matters.
• Experience supervising attorneys or legal support staff.
• Mediation and advanced settlement negotiation experience.
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Bar Dues
• Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) Support
• Professional Development & Leadership Growth Opportunities

Why Join J&Y Law?

At J&Y Law, you’ll join a collaborative team committed to achieving outstanding results for our clients while fostering professional growth and excellence. We provide experienced attorneys with the support, resources, and autonomy needed to succeed, along with the opportunity to mentor others and make a meaningful impact on the firm’s continued success.