Remote Paralegal Manager — Complex Tort Operations

Husch Blackwell; Austin (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks a Paralegal Manager to lead the paralegal program firmwide, directing large teams supporting transactional, regulatory, and litigation matters. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, professional development and high‑quality legal support.

The ideal candidate will manage multi‑jurisdictional mass tort and complex product liability matters, partnering with practice leaders to drive productivity, implement automation, and uphold firm policies and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in legal or Complex Torts.
• Minimum 3 years of Paralegal experience in corporate, regulatory, or Complex Tort litigation matters.
• Demonstrate strong judgement, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• High level of professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, prioritization and communication skills.
• Experience with performance management and policy enforcement.
• Exhibit high emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead paralegal teams to ensure delivery of excellent legal support to the Firm’s attorneys.
• Oversee paralegal work allocation and collaborate with recruiting for hiring recommendations.
• Develop training programs and manage the paralegal mentoring program.
• Coordinate performance evaluations and compensation discussions with leadership.
• Monitor productivity and implement improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in legal studies, business administration, or related field

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks a Paralegal Manager to lead the paralegal program firmwide, directing large teams supporting transactional, regulatory, and litigation matters. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, professional development and high‑quality legal support.

The ideal candidate will manage multi‑jurisdictional mass tort and complex product liability matters, partnering with practice leaders to drive productivity, implement automation, and uphold firm policies and ethical standards.