Pre-Suit Personal Injury Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Valdosta is seeking a Pre-Suit Attorney with expertise in personal injury cases to manage a heavy caseload. The candidate will be responsible for gathering necessary documents, negotiating settlement offers, preparing demand letters, managing and negotiating cases with insurance providers, overseeing a dedicated legal assistant, and maintaining regular client communication.

Duties:

• Gather necessary documents, evidence, and information related to personal injury claims.
• Negotiate settlement offers and prepare demand letters.
• Manage and negotiate cases with insurance providers.
• Effectively handle a full caseload.
• Oversee and manage a dedicated full-time legal assistant.
• Prioritize regular client communication.
• Open new files and make initial client contact, continuing regular contact with clients.
• Fully investigate each case, gathering and analyzing intake information and relevant documents.
• Enter pertinent information into the ATO database.
• Verify insurance coverage and liability issues, maintaining contact with insurance companies.
• Manage client's medical care, staying in constant communication with clients and medical providers.
• Schedule and calendar medical appointments, explain procedures and provide related documentation to clients.
• Continuously monitor case status and review medical records.
• Organize and maintain case files, preparing files for submission to demand writers.
• Maintain active membership in the Florida Bar Association in good standing.
• Organize and manage time effectively, handling multiple tasks.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience managing a heavy personal injury caseload.
• Active membership in the Florida Bar Association in good standing.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Employer-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance.

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