Paralegal - England

Paralegal – New England

Join Husch Blackwell LLP
, a full‑service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States that serves clients with domestic and international operations. We believe that diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes, and we are committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals.

This position is focused on our New England asbestos practice. As a Mass Tort Paralegal, you will provide assistance to attorneys with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, database management, docketing/case management, and overall client service. Your work will support discovery, deposition preparation, trial and mediation preparation, analysis of factual information, etc.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude.
• Comply with firm policies.
• Deliver work with attention to detail and quality.
• Develop technical proficiency in databases, internet and electronic research, and file maintenance.
• Organize and manage files or delegate tasks to Paralegal Assistants, supervising them when required.
• Attend and participate in in‑house CLEs.
• Supervise and mentor Paralegal Assistants.
• Anticipate attorney needs and handle key duties independently.
• Meet the billable hour requirement of 1,500 hours per year.

• Deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
• Maintain a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills.
• Collaborate within a team and adapt to changing business demands.
• Produce high‑quality work efficiently and accurately.
• Exercise sound judgment and act decisively under deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and build trust.
• Lead and motivate others; manage direct reports, including performance evaluation and development.

• Asbestos/Toxic Tort litigation experience mandatory.
• Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in a law‑related field, or an Associate’s degree with paralegal training.
• Familiarity with e‑filing protocols and online docket research in New England state and federal courts.
• Preferred location in the New England area; not required for candidates with asbestos litigation experience.

Employees receive compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The expected compensation ranges for this position vary by jurisdiction:

• 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
• Jersey City, NJ: $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; a pre‑tax flexible spending account; an employee assistance program; paid time off; paid holidays; retirement plan participation after eligibility; and more.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not 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.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

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