Lead Attorney, Personal Injury

About the Role

Build and grow an in-house plaintiff-side personal injury practice within a legal services organization. You will represent clients through the full lifecycle of their cases while helping shape the team and its approach to client service.

What You'll Do

• Represent personal injury clients from intake through resolution, with a focus on motor vehicle and premises liability cases.
• Select cases, develop legal strategy, and make decisions aimed at maximizing client recovery.
• Handle pre-litigation negotiations, mediation, and trial for clients with serious injuries.
• Provide attentive client service, including meeting clients in person when needed.
• Work with company leaders and marketing partners to shape the practice, grow the team, and differentiate its brand.
• Collaborate with product partners to set standards for after-hours client support.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, including handling motor vehicle or premises liability matters.
• Experience managing injury cases from intake through resolution; 5 or more years of experience and trial exposure are preferred.
• Active authorization to practice law in California and current residence in California.
• A law degree from an accredited, nonprofit law school ranked among the top 50 nationally.
• A professional, client-focused approach, a stable career history, and a record of strong client service.
• Experience supervising non-attorney staff, building referral relationships, or working in a startup or independent practice is helpful.
• Comfort working in a hybrid setting that combines remote work and in-person client meetings.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $170,000 to $300,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in Los Angeles, California.