Pre-Litigation Supervisor (Attorney)

Description

Block LLP is seeking an experienced personal injury Pre-Litigation Supervisor to provide attorney-level oversight and leadership of our pre-litigation department. This role is responsible for working with our Leadership Team in managing the performance, workflow, and quality of all pre-litigation personal injury matters while supervising Case Managers and Case Manager Assistants.

The Pre-Litigation Supervisor acts as both a strategic leader and hands-on legal authority, ensuring cases are properly evaluated, advanced efficiently, and positioned for maximum resolution value prior to litigation.

Key ResponsibilitiesDepartment Leadership & Oversight

• Provide attorney-level supervision of all pre-litigation personal injury cases
• Oversee case strategy, liability analysis, damages evaluation, and settlement positioning
• Ensure consistency, quality control, and compliance across the pre-litigation department
• Serve as escalation point for complex cases, coverage issues, and high-value claims
• Monitor statutes, deadlines, and risk exposure

Team Management & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train Case Managers and Case Manager Assistants
• Conduct regular file reviews, performance evaluations, and coaching sessions
• Establish clear expectations, workflows, and accountability standards
• Identify training needs and support professional growth of team members
• Collaborate with leadership on hiring, onboarding, and team structure

Case Strategy & Settlement Oversight

• Review and approve demand packages prior to submission
• Provide guidance on settlement negotiations and resolution strategy
• Participate in high-level negotiations with insurance carriers when needed
• Ensure cases are prepared for seamless transition to litigation when necessary

Operations, Metrics & Process Improvement

• Track and analyze pre-litigation metrics (cycle time, settlement values, conversion rates, client satisfaction)
• Implement and refine SOPs, workflows, and best practices
• Partner with Operations and Firm Leadership to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Ensure accurate data entry and reporting across case management systems

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work closely with Litigation, Intake, and Operations teams
• Ensure smooth handoffs between departments
• Align pre-litigation practices with firm-wide goals and standards

Requirements

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 5+ years of personal injury experience, including pre-litigation matters
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of PI law, insurance coverage, liability, and damages
• Proven ability to evaluate case value and settlement strategy
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage teams, workflows, and competing priorities
• Experience with PI case management software preferred

Benefits
Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive attorney-level salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses and leadership incentives
• Robust PTO program (time off accrual and firm holidays)
• 401(k) retirement program

Culture & Perks

• Leadership role with real authority and impact
• Collaborative, high-performance work environment
• Firm events, team outings, and celebrations
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, drinks, and coffee
• Opportunity to help shape and scale a growing department