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Pre-Lit Case Manager
Job Title: Pre-Lit Case Manager
Department: PreLitigation
Reports To: PreLitigation Attorney
Director of PreLitigation
Location: Sherman Oaks, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Compensation: $25-$45/hr
ABOUT ALDERLAW
AlderLaw was founded in 2000 to represent people whose lives have been gravely affected by an accident or other circumstances. The firm represents plaintiffs in personal injury, business torts, and employment litigation, and has recovered more than $3.1 billion for its clients. AlderLaw is heavily invested in its people and technology, providing round-the-clock service to clients and referring attorneys — many of whom consider the AlderLaw team an extension of their own office.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Case Manager works within a Pre-Litigation Team as an advocate for the client. Case Managers not only work with health care and insurance providers but also provide ongoing support to the client during the claims process. This position coordinates and monitors the client's treatment along with the Attorney to help build value for a client's case. The Case Manager provides timely client contact, drafts documents, organizes files, provides exceptional customer care with compassion and understanding, and establishes and strengthens client trust in the firm. Client contact is essential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Case Management & Oversight
- Manage and oversee assigned Serious Injury cases from intake through resolution
- Monitor overall case progression and identify outstanding tasks or issues
- Provide day-to-day case-management direction and guidance to the team
- Review case issues and determine appropriate case-management next steps
- Assist with escalated or complex case-management matters, coordinating with the assigned attorney when legal review, approval, or direction is required
Statute of Limitations (SOL) Preparation
- Monitor and track Statute of Limitations deadlines
- Prepare detailed SOL summaries for attorney review, including date of loss and verification, applicable SOL, potential government claim issues, insurance information, facts of loss, treatment status, pre-existing conditions, and post-accident injuries and symptoms
- Present completed SOL information through the appropriate internal communication channel and coordinate with the attorney for review and approval
- Track approved SOLs and ensure appropriate case file documentation is maintained
Client Intake & Introduction Calls
- Conduct client introduction and intake calls
- Establish communication and expectations with new clients
- Explain treatment, communication, and general case-management processes
- Identify immediate case needs and coordinate appropriate follow-up
Client Communication
- Maintain regular communication with clients
- Provide updates regarding treatment, insurance, case progression, and outstanding requirements
- Address client questions and concerns
- Follow up with clients regarding appointments, treatment compliance, documentation, and case-related issues
Treatment Coordination & Advancement
- Monitor client treatment and overall medical progression
- Coordinate and advance treatment as appropriate
- Communicate with medical providers regarding appointments, treatment recommendations, records, bills, balances, and follow-up care
- Review treatment recommendations and coordinate appropriate referrals
- Address treatment delays, gaps in care, or other medical-provider issues
- Approve or coordinate treatment advancement as appropriate
Insurance Communication
- Communicate with insurance carriers and adjusters regarding claims
- Follow up regarding liability, coverage, claim status, policy limits, and outstanding documentation
- Coordinate insurance-related issues requiring additional attention or escalation
Case Audits
- Conduct regular case audits
- Review files for missing documentation, treatment issues, insurance issues, deadlines, and outstanding tasks
- Identify deficiencies and coordinate with the appropriate team member to resolve them
- Ensure cases remain active and properly documented
Lien Coordination
- Assist with initiating health-insurance lien matters
- Gather and forward appropriate lien information to the Liens Department
- Coordinate with internal departments regarding lien-related issues affecting case progression or resolution
Team Coordination
- Serve as the primary case-management resource for assigned team members
- Assist with prioritizing case-management tasks
- Review escalated issues and provide direction on appropriate follow-up
- Coordinate with the assigned attorney on matters requiring attorney-level review or approval
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2+ years of experience in personal injury case management, litigation support, or a related legal support role, ideally handling serious injury matters
- Working knowledge of Statute of Limitations tracking, medical treatment and billing documentation, and insurance claims processes; proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple case deadlines and competing priorities; excellent written and verbal communication skills for client, provider, and insurance-carrier interactions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Familiarity with Filevine, Litify, or similar case management platforms
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- $25-$45/hr, depending on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off / holidays
- 401(k) or retirement plan
- Other perks — parking, professional development, cell phone stipend, etc.
WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION
Full-time position based at AlderLaw’s Sherman Oaks office. Occasional flexibility may be needed to support time-sensitive deadlines and priorities.
Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in litigation manager jobs.
- Five or more years of litigation experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel relationships and legal spend
- Proficiency with matter management and legal billing software such as TeamConnect or Mitratech
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, discovery rules, and e-discovery protocols
- Bachelor's degree required, paralegal certification or JD preferred by many employers
- Experience drafting and managing litigation holds, case budgets, and status reports
Tips for Your Litigation Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to litigation workflows
Highlight specific litigation phases you've managed, from discovery through trial preparation, rather than listing general legal experience. Hiring managers want to see your familiarity with docketing, case budgets, and outside counsel coordination, not just your years in a legal environment.
Quantify your caseload management experience
Litigation manager roles are evaluated heavily on operational capacity. Wherever possible, describe how many active matters you managed simultaneously, how large the case teams were, and whether you reduced outside counsel spend or improved filing deadlines through process changes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists litigation manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by practice area, not just title
A litigation manager role at an insurance carrier is operationally different from one at a BigLaw firm or in-house at a tech company. Filter openings by industry and read the job description closely so your cover letter reflects the specific litigation type, whether that's subrogation, employment, or complex commercial disputes.
Prepare for the operational case study round
Many employers add a scenario-based exercise where you're asked to triage a caseload surge, manage a vendor conflict, or draft a litigation hold memo on the spot. Practice walking through your decision-making process out loud, referencing real tools like matter management systems and legal spend platforms you've used.
Negotiate around the full compensation package
When you receive an offer, ask specifically about CLE reimbursement, bar dues coverage, and remote or hybrid flexibility before accepting. Litigation manager roles vary significantly on these points across firm types, and they're often negotiable at the offer stage without affecting base compensation.
Litigation Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most litigation managers?
The most active employers for litigation managers right now are CBIZ, TopDog Law, and EvenUp, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Insurance carriers, large law firms, and Fortune 500 in-house legal departments tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many litigation manager jobs are remote?
About 60% of litigation manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by employer type. In-house litigation manager roles at large corporations tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while law firm-based positions more often require on-site presence for client meetings, depositions, and court-related coordination.
How do you become a litigation manager?
Most litigation managers start as litigation paralegals, legal coordinators, or junior associates and move into management after building deep experience with discovery, case scheduling, and vendor oversight. Earning a paralegal certification or completing a legal studies degree strengthens early candidacy. From there, taking on team lead responsibilities, managing outside counsel billing, and demonstrating process improvement in your current role are the typical steps that lead to a manager-level promotion or lateral hire.
Can you get a litigation manager job with limited experience?
Candidates with two to three years of litigation support experience can break into junior litigation manager roles, particularly at smaller firms or regional insurance companies where the caseload is more manageable. The strongest entry-level applications pair hands-on discovery and docketing experience with demonstrated initiative, such as owning a process improvement project, mentoring junior staff, or managing a specific matter type from start to resolution.
What does the litigation manager interview process look like?
Most litigation manager interviews involve an initial screening with HR or a talent team, followed by a substantive round with the general counsel, managing partner, or director of legal operations who will oversee the role. A practical exercise is common, often asking you to respond to a caseload escalation scenario or review a draft litigation hold. Final rounds typically include a panel with senior legal staff and sometimes a presentation on how you would approach process improvements within the team.
Where can I find and apply to litigation manager jobs?
You can find and apply to litigation manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience and practice area focus, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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