Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Hensley Legal Group PC•Hammond, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hensley Legal Group, the Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal supports the firm's work representing people through difficult times. The role helps keep active litigation cases on track, advocates for clients, and supports attorneys in moving cases forward. The paralegal is a central point of coordination for litigation matters, managing case details, deadlines, discovery, client communications, and preparation for mediation and trial. This is an in-office role with a flexible full-time schedule built around core hours.

Requirements

Experience with and knowledge of Illinois law.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to manage deadlines, documentation, and client communication.
Strong organization, proactive follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Clear and professional communication with clients, attorneys, and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
Prior legal experience, especially in personal injury litigation.

Responsibilities

Serve as the client's primary point of contact and conduct status calls every 30–45 days to check on treatment and provide case updates.
Manage litigation deadlines and set reminders for motions, pleadings, discovery, and court requirements.
Draft and timely file standard motions and pleadings.
Complete and coordinate plaintiff discovery, standard discovery to defendants, and non-party discovery, including requests to cell phone carriers, defense experts, and insurance carriers.
Prepare medical binders and organize evidence for mediation and trial.
Schedule depositions and mediation.
Verify and address potential liens.
Ensure all discovery is received and answered before depositions.
Delegate medical records, billing, and balance requests to the Legal Assistant and oversee follow-through.
Review incoming mail and ensure appropriate action or attorney review.
Maintain detailed case notes in the case management system in accordance with firm procedures.
Follow established trial preparation checklists and notify the Litigation Attorney of case developments or concerns.
Close cases in the system after final settlement or satisfaction of judgment.