Associate Attorney: Pre-Litigation Personal Injury
A nationally recognized personal injury firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing legal team. The firm is guided by core values including compassionate client care, accessibility, resourcefulness, trust and transparency, personalized service, and a commitment to maximizing outcomes.
The organization is experiencing intentional growth, supported by strong systems, disciplined scaling, and a collaborative team culture focused on both excellence and empathy. This role will play a key part in driving structured case progression, client communication, and pre-suit negotiations.
The Opportunity
The ideal candidate understands that success in pre-litigation is driven by timely case movement, effective client communication, and strategic negotiation—not just legal knowledge. This position focuses on early case development, evaluation, and efficiently advancing matters toward resolution prior to litigation.
The attorney will collaborate closely with pre-litigation paralegals and cross-functional teams to ensure each case is positioned 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 to determine viability
- Identify gaps early and provide direction on next steps
Demand & Negotiation
- Work with assigned paralegals to review and approve demand packages
- Negotiate with insurance adjusters to maximize case value
- Provide direction on settlement strategy and authority
Client Communication
- Communicate with clients regarding expectations and settlement discussions
- Handle complex or sensitive client issues as needed
- Maintain 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 the case management system as the single source of truth for case activity
- Ensure accurate documentation, statuses, and notes
- Follow standard operating procedures and support process improvements
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing in Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, or Missouri
- 1–4 years of personal injury experience preferred (pre-litigation strongly preferred)
- Strong understanding of liability analysis, insurance coverage, and damages evaluation
- Experience negotiating with insurance adjusters is a plus
What We’re Looking For
- A proactive attorney who keeps cases moving
- Strong communicator who is responsive to clients and team members
- Comfortable making decisions and providing direction
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage a high-volume caseload
- Team-oriented with a focus on accountability and collaboration
- Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment
Why Join
- Established and growing firm with a strong reputation
- Clear processes and operational support designed for efficiency
- Collaborative team environment with defined roles and expectations
- Opportunity to develop negotiation and case strategy skills
