Flexible Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Hensley Legal Group PC; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Pet benefits

Flexible full-time schedule

Job summary

Hensley Legal Group PC in Hammond, IN is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to keep cases on track, coordinate discovery, and support attorneys through mediation or trial. You’ll manage deadlines, communicate with clients, and ensure accurate documentation while handling complex litigation workflows.

The role emphasizes organization, ownership, and proactive case management, with a collaborative team and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with and knowledge of Illinois law is required.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior legal experience, especially in personal injury litigation, strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, documentation, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the client’s primary point of contact, conducting status calls every 30–45 days to check on treatment and provide case updates.
• Managing litigation deadlines, including setting reminders for motions, pleadings, discovery, and court requirements. Drafting and filing standard motions and pleadings in a timely manner.
• Completing and coordinating discovery, including plaintiff discovery, standard discovery to defendants, and non-party discovery (e.g., cell phone carriers, defense experts, insurance carriers).
• Preparing medical binders and organizing evidence for mediation and trial.
• Scheduling depositions and mediation.
• Verifying and addressing potential liens.
• Ensuring all discovery is received and answered prior to depositions.
• Delegating medical records, billing, and balance requests to the Legal Assistant and overseeing follow-through.
• Reviewing incoming mail and ensuring appropriate action or attorney review.
• Maintaining detailed case notes in the case management system in accordance with firm procedures.
• Following established trial preparation checklists and notifying the Litigation Attorney of any case developments or concerns.
• Closing cases in the system upon final settlement or satisfaction of judgment.

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Hensley Legal Group PC in Hammond, IN is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal to keep cases on track, coordinate discovery, and support attorneys through mediation or trial. You’ll manage deadlines, communicate with clients, and ensure accurate documentation while handling complex litigation workflows.

The role emphasizes organization, ownership, and proactive case management, with a collaborative team and a comprehensive benefits package.