What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Litigation Investigator position at DeHoyos Law?
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Investigator to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will support various legal cases through comprehensive research, document review, and case management. This role requires strong organizational skills, legal knowledge across multiple practice areas, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The Investigator will play a crucial part in ensuring thorough case preparation and contributing to the successful resolution of legal matters.
Responsibilities
- Quickly and correctly identify all parties involved in personal injury cases and their contact information.
- Perform investigative research on a number of company and business websites, federal, state and local government websites and safety regulatory websites.
- Perform investigative research on a variety of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and others.
- Read, analyze, and distill large amounts of information from all sources and apply it to an investigation.
- Provide in-depth reports on background data and social media findings.
- Identify and notify all potential insurance carriers of the claim on behalf of our clients.
- Generate and mail letters of representation/correspondence to parties involved as required.
- Communicate with management and attorneys regarding investigative findings.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding subjects under investigation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or any related field, a plus
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred
- Excellent organizational and research skills
- Excellent critical thinking skills, including a passion for finding links and correlation of potential negligence.
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion in dealing with confidential information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Filevine (preferred)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Please note that this job description is intended to outline the primary duties of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Language:
- English Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77098 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000
