Career Consulting Partners is conducting a search for an award-winning plaintiff personal injury firm that is expanding nationally. They need an experienced Pre-lit Attorney to take cases from intake through settlement in their Irvine, CA Location. The role offers real autonomy and a full support team, and there’s a clear path upward for people who deliver.

This is not a file-pushing job. You’ll set strategy, negotiate, and make the calls on your caseload, with the firm’s resources behind you.

Why attorneys are interested:

• Quality cases. You’ll work on a high-volume book of matters worth maximizing.

• Real support. Legal assistants, case managers, lien negotiators, medical professionals, and fellow attorneys all work alongside you.

• Autonomy. You won’t be micromanaged. You’ll run your caseload and your strategy.

• Room to grow. The firm promotes from within, with paths into complex cases, mentoring, and management as it scales nationally.

• Strong benefits. The 401(k) has a 4% safe-harbor match that is fully vested from day one.

Duties:

• Lead cases from intake to settlement, including investigating liability, damages, and case value.

• Analyze medical records and evidence to build a case strategy and find added value.

• Draft and review demand packages.

• Negotiate directly with carriers and opposing counsel, then advise clients on offers.

• Guide clients through the process so they feel informed and cared for.

Requirements:

• Active California Bar membership in good standing.

• 5+ years of plaintiff PI experience (preferred).

• A track record managing a significant PI caseload.

• Sharp negotiation skills and a good read on risk, leverage, and value.

• Confident, empathetic client communication.

• Strong organization and follow-through. You spot what’s holding a case back and fix it.

• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Compensation & benefits:

• $150,000 - $180,000 base, depending on experience

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor match

• PTO, sick time, and firm holidays

• Professional development and CLE support

• Firm-provided technology, plus regular team events