Pre-Litigation Managing Attorney

Career Consulting Partners

. Oversee a high-volume pre-litigation docket and supervise case managers, demand writers, and support staff .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing pre-litigation processes, including case management, negotiation, and settlement strategies, while ensuring compliance with California personal injury claims handling and maximizing client recoveries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active California Bar LicensePlaintiff-Side Personal Injury ExperienceSupervision of Case ManagersCalifornia PI Claims Handling KnowledgeBilingual in Spanish or Farsi

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Hard Skills

Pre-Litigation Case ManagementNegotiation with AdjustersDemand Package ReviewLiability EvaluationSettlement ValuationKPI TrackingLien ResolutionWorkflow RefinementClient CommunicationHigh-Volume Caseload Management

Soft Skills

Excellent JudgmentOrganizational SkillsMentoringCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

California Bar License

Industry Keywords

Personal InjuryInsurance PracticesDemand TurnaroundUM/UIM PoliciesExcess Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee a high-volume pre-litigation docket and supervise case managers, demand writers, and support staff
Review, approve, and sign off on demand packages, including policy-limits and time-limited demands
Negotiate directly with adjusters and insurance carriers to maximize settlement value
Evaluate liability, damages, and coverage, including UM/UIM and excess policies
Decide which files resolve in pre-litigation and which go to the litigation team, and manage the handoff
Supervise lien negotiation and resolution so client net recoveries are as high as possible
Set and track department KPIs such as file aging, demand turnaround, and settlement values
Train and mentor staff, refine workflows, and keep the department organized and accountable
Communicate with clients on case status, settlement offers, and next steps
Report directly to firm leadership and shape how the pre-litigation department operates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active California Bar license in good standing (required)
5+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, with substantial pre-litigation and negotiation work
Experience supervising case managers, paralegals, or a pre-lit team
Strong knowledge of California PI claims handling, insurance practices, and lien resolution
Excellent judgment on case valuation and a track record of strong settlements
Organized and systems-minded, comfortable running a high-volume caseload
Must live in or near the Los Angeles area and be able to work on-site in Mid-Wilshire
Bilingual in Spanish or Farsi is a strong plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional income on settled cases
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Days
401K Plan
Paid Holidays
Full coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance
Paid parking
Flexible Work Schedule