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.

• Manage a high-volume email inbox • Prioritize communications and flag urgent matters • Draft responses and maintain organized correspondence workflows • Help ensure important deadlines and follow-ups are not missed • Conduct factual and legal research using AI-powered legal tools • Assist with monitoring and reporting on AI-related workflows within an insurance claims environment • Evaluate information gathered through legal databases and AI platforms • Stay current on emerging legal technology and AI developments • Monitor and track approximately 140 active insurance claims • Maintain accurate records and status updates • Help identify issues requiring attorney attention • Support database management and reporting efforts • Create and improve SOPs, workflows, and organizational systems • Develop efficient methods for managing legal work and information • Recommend tools and processes that improve productivity • Assist with future case management software implementation and setup • Calendar management and scheduling as needed • Meeting coordination • Project support and special initiatives

Role Description Zirtual is a work-life balanced company that offers law firms practice area specific, experienced virtual paralegals. Our US-based paralegals strive to meet and exceed attorney-client needs and expectations. Zirtual offers paralegals in every practice area and state, both transactional and litigation. The paralegal is the main point of contact with their assigned client(s) and will work independently with the law firms. The paralegal will receive support from their assigned Account Supervisor, who will assist the paralegal & law firm relationship with plan modifications, questions, feedback on quality, delegation and collaboration best practices, and more. The paralegal will provide a high-level professional service by working on tasks and projects as assigned by the client, ensuring they are executed on time and to the highest level of quality. - Consistent and proactive communication with clients and Account Supervisors. - Availability during business hours as agreed upon with each client. - Daily time entry using a provided tool. - Respond to all communication within a mutually established response time expectation. - Maintain detailed and up-to-date client profiles. - Follow Zirtual's best practices for success. Qualifications - Minimum of 3 years of experience handling outlined duties. - Paralegal experience or equivalent legal industry background. - Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. - Strong written communication abilities. - Experience conducting legal research. - Comfortable learning and utilizing AI-powered legal tools. - Ability to work independently and proactively identify solutions. - U.S.-based candidate. Requirements - Experience with legal AI platforms and databases (preferred). - Familiarity with ChatGPT, Claude, or similar AI tools (preferred). - Insurance defense, insurance coverage, or claims-related experience (preferred). - Experience implementing systems, workflows, or operational improvements (preferred). - Case management software experience (preferred). Benefits - Compensation as a 1099 independent contractor. - Minimum of $28 per hour for paralegal work when matched out of preferred network. - $20 per hour for legal assistant work. - Pay dependent on client plan size, area of practice, and need. Company Description Zirtual is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Zirtual representatives and offer job seekers false interviews or job offers. These scams often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. - No Financial Requests: Zirtual will never ask for payment or demand personal financial details at any stage of our hiring process. - No Equipment: Zirtual does not provide equipment and does not request candidates to pay for equipment. - Verify communications: Emails from recruiters will only come from an @zirtual.com address. - Exercise caution with unsolicited outreach. - Report any questionable or fraudulent outreach immediately to support@zirtual.com.

• Interview prospective clients by phone and email to understand their legal matters and gather relevant information. • Conduct preliminary research to assess the viability of potential claims. • Evaluate whether prospective cases align with the firm's areas of practice and experience. • Schedule consultations between qualified prospects and attorneys. • Onboard new clients and prepare initial case files and documentation. • Maintain accurate client information and records within the firm's systems. • Develop and maintain referral relationships with other law firms and professionals. • Provide general administrative support as needed. • Communicate with clients via phone, email, and other channels to answer questions and provide updates. • Conduct initial legal and factual research and prepare information for attorney review. • Assist with case management and administrative tasks. • Attend meetings and take accurate notes when required. • Organize documents for court filings, case management, and recordkeeping. • Transcribe, proofread, and prepare legal documents and correspondence. • Manage attorney calendars, client appointments, consultations, and important deadlines. • Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive client information appropriately.