What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney position at Firman Solutions?
Job title: Pre-Litigation Personal Injury Attorney
Locations: St. Louis, MO.
Job type: Full-time
We are currently partnering with a well-established and growing law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow their career in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.
About the Job
A nationally recognized personal injury firm seeking an Associate Attorney to join its legal team. Guided by core principles such as compassionate care, accessibility, resourcefulness, trust and transparency, personalized service, and maximized pursuit, the firm delivers high-quality legal representation while maintaining a strong commitment to the communities it serves.
The Opportunity
The ideal candidate understands that success in pre-litigation is driven by timely case movement, strong client communication, and strategic negotiation, not just legal knowledge. This role focuses on early case development, evaluation, and efficiently moving cases toward resolution prior to litigation.
The attorney will work closely with Pre-Litigation Paralegals and other departments to position each case for the best possible outcome.
What You Will Own
Case Evaluation & Strategy
• Review newly retained cases and develop early case strategy
• Evaluate liability, insurance coverage, and damages
• Identify gaps and provide direction on next steps
Demand & Negotiation
• Review and approve demand packages with assigned paralegal
• Negotiate with insurance adjusters to maximize case value
• Provide clear settlement strategy and authority
Client Communication
• Communicate with clients regarding expectations and settlements
• Handle complex or sensitive client matters as needed
• Ensure a high level of client experience throughout the case lifecycle
Collaboration & Team Leadership
• Partner with paralegals to manage workflow and case progression
• Provide guidance and accountability to support staff
Process & System Utilization
• Use case management systems as the primary source of case activity
• Maintain accurate documentation, statuses, and notes
• Follow SOPs and support process improvements
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed
• Personal injury experience preferred (pre-litigation strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of liability, insurance coverage, and damages evaluation
• Experience negotiating with insurance adjusters is a plus
What We’re Looking For
• Proactive attorney who keeps cases moving
• Strong communicator with clients and team members
• Comfortable making decisions and providing direction
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage high-volume caseloads
• Team-oriented with focus on accountability and collaboration
• Comfortable in a structured, process-driven environment
Why Join
• Established and growing firm with a strong reputation
• Clear processes and operational support
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop negotiation and case strategy skills
• Competitive compensation and benefits package