Remote‑Ready Paralegal Program Director

Husch Blackwell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Paralegal Manager to administer the firmwide Paralegal Program, drive operational efficiency, and support complex mass tort and product liability matters.

The role leads a large team, mentors staff, and collaborates with Practice Specialty Center Leaders to align staffing, training, and performance with firm objectives while upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in legal or Complex Torts.
• Minimum 3 years of Paralegal experience in corporate, regulatory, or Complex Tort litigation.
• Strong judgement, organizational, and time-management skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, prioritization and communication skills.
• Experience with performance management and policy enforcement.
• Emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with project management tools and data interpretation.
• Collaborative and adaptable to evolving business demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage paralegals to ensure delivery of excellent services to stakeholders.
• Oversee paralegal work allocation to support attorneys.
• Coordinate onboarding and regular firmwide paralegal meetings.
• Develop appropriate training programs with Practice Specialty Center Leaders.
• Manage the paralegal mentoring program.
• Assist in annual performance evaluations and compensation recommendations.
• Monitor productivity, utilization, overtime, and time entry compliance.

Skills

Management experience

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Collaboration

Discretion

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Paralegal Manager to administer the firmwide Paralegal Program, drive operational efficiency, and support complex mass tort and product liability matters.

The role leads a large team, mentors staff, and collaborates with Practice Specialty Center Leaders to align staffing, training, and performance with firm objectives while upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.