Senior Attorney, Liens

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Attorney in Torrance, CA, with expertise in personal injury, medical case management, liens, and subrogation. The role involves maximizing client recoveries post-settlement through strategic negotiation and client advocacy, without the demands of active litigation.

Duties

• Provide leadership and guidance to Liens Negotiators and Assistants.
• Communicate and negotiate with medical providers and insurance entities.
• Train staff on negotiating and documenting personal injury and attorney liens.
• Resolve outstanding liens to maximize client recovery.
• Stay informed of lien laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Assist clients with lien-related inquiries and settlement impacts.
• Draft correspondence and legal research memoranda.
• Collaborate with litigation, settlement, accounting, and liens teams.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Personal Injury Liens.
• 5+ years of experience in personal injury or healthcare lien resolution.
• Knowledge of medical billing and insurance processes preferred.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar preferred.
• Experience with governmental and private insurance lien resolution.
• Experience writing department processes and procedures preferred.
• Experience in a plaintiff's law firm preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar License preferred.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and train a team.
• Proficient in legal research and documentation.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Team outings and sponsored events.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades.
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans.
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• Pet Insurance.