Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
About The Position
Build your trial practice in Fort Wayne while owning your own personal injury caseload. At Hensley Legal Group, our attorneys take ownership of their own personal injury caseloads, work directly with clients, and have the support and resources needed to take cases from filing through resolution—and to trial when that's what the case demands. You own your cases. You'll serve as the lead attorney on your own personal injury litigation caseload from filing through resolution or trial. You have support. You'll work alongside a dedicated paralegal so you can focus on strategy, advocacy, and your clients. You get courtroom experience. We believe trials matter. You'll have opportunities to handle depositions, mediations, settlement negotiations, motions, discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy. Your work matters. You'll represent people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives and advocate for outcomes that can genuinely change their futures.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Active law license in good standing in Indiana
- Litigation experience; personal injury experience strongly preferred
- Strong legal writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills
- Trial experience or a genuine desire to build and sharpen your trial skills
- Strong judgment, accountability, and ability to take ownership of your cases
- Client-first mindset and strong communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Indiana and Illinois licenses are a plus
- Bilingual skills are a plus
Responsibilities
- Manage your own personal injury litigation caseload from filing through resolution or trial
- Develop case strategy and evaluate liability, damages, and case value
- Communicate directly with clients and guide them through the litigation process
- Handle written and oral discovery, motions, pleadings, and other litigation matters
- Take and defend depositions
- Work with medical providers, witnesses, and expert professionals to develop evidence
- Attend mediations and negotiate settlements
- Prepare cases for trial and advocate for your clients in the courtroom when needed
- Partner with your paralegal to keep cases moving and clients informed
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Paid parental leave
- Pet benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
