INTAKE AND COMMUNITY BUILDING ATTORNEY

Location: Puyallup (in-person required), with rare travel to other firm offices in the Puget

Sound Region.

Company Description: Sears Injury Law, PLLC (also known as Seattle Injury Law, PLLC) is

focused on client-centered personal injury representation. We take a common-sense and

community-focused approach to our practice, focusing on working together, stronger. We take

pride in the fact that many of our new clients come from referrals from our past clients. It is our

goal to help our clients heal and move forward in a way that suits them by obtaining the best

result possible.

Job Description: We are a growing plaintiff-side personal injury firm seeking a detail-oriented

and client-focused Intake Attorney to serve the team first encountering prospective clients. This

role combines legal analysis, ethical oversight, and community engagement to ensure high-

quality case selection and a strong pipeline of viable claims.

Responsibilities:

Case Evaluation & Intake

-Train intake staff and conduct initial legal assessments of prospective personal

injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful

death, and other tort claims. For complex casualty claims, assist with

development of file for review by complex attorney.

-Communicate clearly and compassionately with potential clients regarding case

strengths, weaknesses, and next steps.

-Collaborate with intake staff to ensure timely follow-up and conversion of

qualified leads.

Conflicts & Waivers Oversight

-Supervise and manage the firm’s conflicts-checking process to ensure compliance

with Washington Rules of Professional Conduct.

-Identify potential conflicts of interest and advise on appropriate resolution

strategies.

-Draft, review, and oversee the use of conflict waivers

Team Collaboration & Training

-Support and mentor intake specialists and marketing team in issue spotting and

communication with potential clients and referral sources.

-Assist in developing intake protocols and best practices to improve efficiency

and client experience

Community Engagement & Relationship Building

-Assist in fostering and maintaining relationships with referral sources, including

attorneys, medical providers, and community organizations.

-Participate in networking events and local outreach efforts to enhance the firm’s

presence in the community.

-Contribute to strategies that strengthen the firm’s reputation and referral

pipeline.

Qualifications:

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

• Active license to practice law in Washington State, in good standing.

• 4 years of experience in personal injury or civil litigation preferred (intake or case

evaluation experience strongly valued).

• Strong understanding of Washington personal injury law and ethical rules, particularly

conflicts of interest and claims assessment.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to make sound judgment calls in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated interest in client service and community engagement.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience supervising or training support staff.

• Experience in claims management or claims intake.

• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

• An Oregon law license (in addition to WA) is a plus.

Benefits:

• 150,000 – 225,000, depending on experience.

• Benefits package includes health insurance, and paid time off. Holidays follow the

Pierce County Superior Court holiday calendar.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork.

• A work environment that truly values work-life balance and protecting time for doing

what you love with the people you love.

• Because this is not a trial or litigation position, the ability to anticipate a regular and

predictable schedule.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by advocating for justice and representing the

rights of individuals in plaintiff litigation matters. If you are passionate about making a

difference and are dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for clients, we encourage you to

apply.

To apply, please send a resume and recent writing sample to bethanie@searsinjurylaw.com.