Case Development Intake Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Austin, TX, is seeking a Case Development Intake Attorney to join their team. The primary responsibility of this role is to investigate and develop commercial cases, manage incoming calls from potential new clients (PNCs), and ensure the ethical and legal obligations of all subordinates. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maximizing case values and attorney fees recovered.

Duties:

• Investigate and develop commercial cases
• Accept incoming calls from potential new clients (PNCs)
• Ascertain relevant facts and discuss all aspects of PNCs' claims
• Secure authorization to sign up, decline, or further evaluate claims
• Explain attorney-client contracts and sign up cases in and out of the office
• Cover on a rotational basis, including after-hours on-call
• Maintain regular client communication, including monthly updates
• Conduct client meetings and address/return all client calls promptly
• Ensure 100% compliance on grade cards and legal obligations
• Maximize case values and attorney fees recovered
• Handle additional projects as assigned

Requirements:

• JD must be licensed in Texas and good standing
• 0-3 years of Personal Injury experience
• Strong commitment to client service
• Excellent writing skills and legal research abilities
• Previous experience working on cross-functional teams
• Previous customer service/sales experience preferred, with after-hours on-call experience
• Previous experience supervising non-attorneys
• Bilingual Spanish skills a plus

Education and Certifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas

Skills:

• Strong initiative and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented with effective communication and delegation abilities
• Customer service mindset with emotional intelligence
• High energy motivator with sales acumen
• Multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to motivate and energize support staff for optimal results
• Approachable with professionalism in communication

Job Location: Austin, TX

Benefits Offered:

• Paid vacation, all-purpose leave, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting
• Medical coverage with 80% employer contribution
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurance are available
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Gym membership
• Company events, including community engagement
• Relocation expense reimbursement

The firm has 60 attorneys working in the areas of product liability, accidents, workplace injuries, dangerous drugs, business and consumer and child injuries. The firm believes in clear commitment to clients and comes up with solutions that best suit each client. Client satisfaction and putting the client first is what this firm specializes in.