Paralegal - England

Paralegal – New England (Mass Tort Paralegal)

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full‑service litigation and business law firm serving clients with domestic and international operations. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team culture that delivers better outcomes for our clients and our communities.

We seek a motivated paralegal with asbestos litigation experience to support the New England asbestos practice in a virtual or office setting. The role will focus on discovery, deposition preparation, investigation, trial and mediation preparation, analysis of factual information, assistance in preparation of pleadings, motions and/or briefs, management of document production databases and case management databases, and trial participation.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude.
• Comply with firm policies.
• Sustain attention to detail and quality of work.
• Learn and develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research; and project folder/electronic file maintenance.
• Independently organize and manage files or delegate similar tasks to paralegal assistants or Information Governance and supervise the same.
• Attend and participate in in‑house CLEs.
• Supervise and mentor paralegal assistants.
• Anticipate attorney needs.
• Independently handle all key duties without supervision of another paralegal or senior paralegal.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1,500 hours per year.

• Deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
• Interact in a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times; professional appearance required.
• Perform position requirements with excellent organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Work collaboratively within a team; adapt to changing business demands.
• Produce acceptable amount of work efficiently and accurately; produce quality final work product.
• Exercise good judgment at all times by making sound and practical decisions; assume responsibility for decisions and act decisively under deadlines.
• Maintain high level of professional integrity; maintain confidentiality and build trust.
• Lead and motivate the work of others; manage direct reports, including performance evaluation, goal setting, employee development and problem solving.

• Asbestos / Toxic Tort litigation experience mandatory.
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree in a law‑related field or associate’s degree and paralegal training.
• Familiarity with e‑filing protocols and online docket research in New England state and federal courts.
• Location in New England area preferred but not required for candidates with asbestos litigation experience.

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location and other factors permitted by law. Expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

• California: $84,000 – $112,000
• Colorado: $67,000 – $92,000
• Illinois: $72,000 – $98,000
• Maryland: $70,000 – $98,000
• Massachusetts: $76,000 – $90,000
• Minnesota: $89,000 – $100,000
• New Jersey (Jersey City): $85,000 – $116,000
• New York: $79,000 – $116,000
• Washington: $78,000 – $106,000
• Washington, DC: $85,000 – $115,000

Full‑time employees receive benefits including medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; pre‑tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; time off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. Please reach out to our HR team to request an accommodation.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and much more.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

Entry level

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice