Senior Prelitigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Senior Prelitigation Attorney in New Haven, CT, to manage complex personal injury cases prelitigation with a focus on evaluation and negotiation. You will handle strategies, demand packages, and client communications in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate must hold a JD from an accredited law school, an active Connecticut license, and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong negotiation and research abilities to effectively advocate for

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Connecticut license in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years in plaintiff's personal injury, insurance defense, or civil litigation.
• Advanced negotiation, analytical, and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume prelitigation caseload from intake through pre-suit resolution.
• Analyze liability, damages, medical records, and supporting documentation on complex claims.
• Develop case strategies, prepare demand packages, and monitor carrier responses.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout the prelitigation process.
• Collaborate with insurance companies, legal team members, and medical providers to achieve outcomes.
• Educate clients on procedures, timelines, and expectations.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing parties.
• Evaluate offers, advise clients, and prepare settlement agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, ethical standards, and firm policies.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and track deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tech-savvy

Detail-oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Connecticut license in good standing

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Prelitigation Attorney in New Haven, CT. This role involves managing complex personal injury cases before litigation, focusing on advanced case evaluation and strategic negotiation in a dynamic environment.

Duties

• Manage a high-volume prelitigation caseload from intake through pre-suit resolution.
• Analyze liability, damages, medical records, and supporting documentation on complex claims.
• Develop case strategies, prepare demand packages, and monitor carrier responses.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout the prelitigation process.
• Collaborate with insurance companies, legal team members, and medical providers to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
• Educate clients on procedures, timelines, and expectations.
• Address client concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing parties.
• Evaluate offers, advise clients, and prepare settlement agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, ethical standards, and firm policies.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and track deadlines.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Connecticut and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury, insurance defense, or civil litigation required.
• Advanced negotiation, analytical, and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Connecticut.

Skills

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance