Pre-Litigation Lawyer

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Job Overview

Duties

• Manage an assigned caseload by providing legal strategy and oversight throughout the discovery phase.



• Evaluate liability, damages, insurance coverage, and overall case value to maximize client outcomes.



• Provide legal guidance to team members regarding case strategy, documentation, evidence collection, and next steps.



• Review insurance policies, coverage issues, UM/UIM claims, liens, and other legal matters affecting case value.



• Monitor medical treatment progression and evaluate whether cases are appropriately positioned for demand, negotiation, or litigation.



• Communicate with clients who request attorney contact within 24 hours, providing legal guidance and maintaining exceptional client service.



• Identify and pursue opportunities for early settlement while participating in negotiations as appropriate.



• Determine when cases should transition to litigation and provide strategic recommendations regarding timing and case posture.



• Monitor statutes of limitation and other critical legal deadlines to ensure compliance.



• Identify deficiencies in liability evidence, damages documentation, medical records, or insurance information and direct corrective action.



• Partner with team leadership and cross-functional teams to improve legal strategies, workflows, and case outcomes.

Requirements

• Active license and membership in Delaware, in good standing.



• Experience practicing personal injury law in pre-litigation, litigation, insurance defense, plaintiff's personal injury, or claims strategy.



• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client relationship skills.



• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, insurance coverage, liability, damages, liens, and UM/UIM claims.



• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Delaware Bar license in good standing.

Skills

• Legal analysis and strategic decision-making.



• Client advocacy and relationship management.



• Insurance coverage and liability evaluation.



• Negotiation and early settlement resolution.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage with employer contributions.



• Employer-paid life insurance.



• Telemedicine and counseling services.



• Flexible paid time off and paid holidays.



• 401(k) with employer match after six months.



• Employer-provided technology and equipment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306