Lead Personal Injury Litigator - Own Your Caseload

Hensley-Legal-Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paralegal support

Insurance benefits (medical, dental, V

401(k) with matching

Paid parental leave

Pet benefits

In-office environment

Flexibility when life happens

Job summary

Hensley Legal Group in Fort Wayne seeks an attorney to own and manage their personal injury caseload from filing through resolution or trial. You will work directly with clients and have the support of a dedicated paralegal to focus on strategy and advocacy.

You will gain courtroom experience handling depositions, mediations, and trial preparation, with opportunities to negotiate settlements and advocate for clients in court. This role values client-first representation and ownership of cases.

Qualifications

• J.D. required and licensed to practice in Indiana.
• Strong litigation, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to take ownership of cases and advocate for clients.
• Trial experience or the drive to develop trial skills.

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 clients in court when needed.
• Partner with a paralegal to keep cases moving and inform clients.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Indiana bar membership

Job description

Hensley Legal Group in Fort Wayne seeks an attorney to own and manage their personal injury caseload from filing through resolution or trial. You will work directly with clients and have the support of a dedicated paralegal to focus on strategy and advocacy.

You will gain courtroom experience handling depositions, mediations, and trial preparation, with opportunities to negotiate settlements and advocate for clients in court. This role values client-first representation and ownership of cases.