Paralegal

Husch Blackwell; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Mass Tort Paralegal to support attorneys with legal research, document preparation, and client service, focusing on asbestos litigation. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Experience in asbestos/toxic tort litigation.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and compliance.
• Developing technical skills in database management.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with fact investigation and legal research.
• Prepare documents and manage databases.
• Participate in trial preparation and factual analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Judgment

Confidentiality

Leadership

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Related degree

Job description

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Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell, we believe that diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. We are committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented professionals from diverse backgrounds. Our culture fosters accountability and purpose, making our firm and communities better.

We value teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation. If you are motivated, seeking long-term growth, and want to be valued and empowered, consider applying for our Mass Tort Paralegal position. This role is available in our virtual office, The Link, or any of our locations.

The Mass Tort Paralegal will assist attorneys with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, database management, docketing, and client service, focusing on California asbestos practice. Responsibilities include discovery, deposition prep, investigation, trial and mediation prep, factual analysis, pleadings, motions, briefs, document management, scheduling, and trial participation.

Essential functions include:

1. Maintaining professionalism and compliance with firm policies.
2. Attention to detail and quality of work.
3. Developing technical skills in database management and electronic research.
4. Organizing and managing files independently or delegating tasks.
5. Participating in in-house CLEs.
6. Mentoring Paralegal Assistants.
7. Anticipating attorney needs.
8. Handling duties independently.
9. Meeting a billable hour requirement of 1500 hours annually.

Core requirements include excellent service and communication skills, professionalism, organization, teamwork, judgment, confidentiality, and leadership abilities.

Position-specific requirements include asbestos/toxic tort litigation experience, a Paralegal Certificate or related degree, or equivalent training.

Compensation varies by location and experience, with ranges provided for states and cities. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and more.

This description provides an overview of the role and requirements but is not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal applicants only.