Paralegal Assistant
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$47K - $90K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Paralegal Assistant
Husch Blackwell
Role Description We invite you to apply to our Paralegal Assistant position. This position may be filled remotely, our virtual office The Link, or in any of our locations. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide attorneys and paralegals with assistance in managing case files, docketing, filing, overall client service, and special client projects. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Provide assistance to attorneys and paralegals in: - Fact investigation - Legal research - Document preparation and production - Document database management - Docketing/case management - Overall client service - Assist with filing in large document cases. - Learn/develop proficiency in: - Database use and management - Internet/electronic research - Project folder/electronic file maintenance - Provide assembly/duplication of supporting documents in case preparation for motions, depositions, and trials, including: - Organizing documents chronologically or alphabetically - Tab and assembly of exhibits, packets, etc. - Retrieve specific documents such as pleadings, exhibits, depositions, etc. as requested by attorney/paralegal. - Assist in preparing presentations to clients, proposals to potential clients, briefs, document productions, preparation for deposition. - Mediation/arbitration/trial preparation. - Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI. - Expected to meet annual targeted billable hours of 1000. - Assist with other tasks as assigned. - Ability to deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively. - Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times; professional appearance required. - Ability to successfully perform position requirements with excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills required. - Ability to work collaboratively within a team; ability and willingness to adapt to changing business demands. - Ability to produce acceptable amount of work efficiently and accurately; ability to produce quality final work product. - Ability to exercise good judgment at all times by making sound and practical decisions; ability to assume responsibility for decisions and act decisively under deadlines. - High level of professional integrity required; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust. Qualifications - Two years litigation experience preferred. - Excel experience mandatory. - Excellent organization skills. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to prioritize workflow and manage time. Requirements - 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. Benefits - 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. - The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows: - State of California: $57,000 - $90,000 - State of Colorado: $49,000 - $68,000 - State of Illinois: $54,000 - $75,000 - Jersey City, NJ: $50,000 - $60,000 - State of Maryland: $47,000 - $59,000 - State of Massachusetts: $57,000 - $79,000 - State of Minnesota: $48,000 - $60,000 - State of New York: $55,000 - $66,000 - State of Washington: $51,000 - $62,000 - Washington, DC: $59,000 - $71,000 - The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus; however, bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. - 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 - Paid Time Off - Paid holidays - Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements - And more. Company Description 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 lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
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