Paralegal - England

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full‑service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States. We are looking for a Mass Tort Paralegal to support our New England asbestos practice.

The Mass Tort Paralegal will assist attorneys with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation and production, database management, docketing/case management, and client service. The role focuses on New England asbestos litigation and may involve discovery, deposition preparation, trial and mediation preparation, pleadings, motions, and database management.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude.
• Comply with firm policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in in‑house CLEs.
• Organize and manage files independently or delegate to Paralegal Assistants.
• Supervise and mentor Paralegal Assistants.
• Anticipate attorney needs and handle key duties without supervision.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1,500 hours per year.

• Deliver superior service to internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
• Present a professional appearance and interact courteously with clients and employees.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills.
• Work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands.
• Produce accurate and high‑quality work efficiently.
• Exercise good judgment, assume responsibility for decisions, and act decisively under deadlines.
• Maintain professional integrity and confidentiality.
• Lead and motivate others; manage direct reports when applicable.

• Mandatory experience in asbestos or toxic‑tort litigation.
• Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in a law‑related field, or an Associate’s degree with paralegal training.
• Familiarity with e‑filing protocols and online docket research in New England state and federal courts.
• Preferred location within the New England area (not required for candidates with asbestos litigation experience).

• Salary ranges by state:
  • California: $84,000 – $112,000
  • Colorado: $67,000 – $92,000
  • Illinois: $72,000 – $98,000
  • Maryland: $70,000 – $98,000
  • Massachusetts: $76,000 – $90,000
  • Minnesota: $89,000 – $100,000
  • New Jersey: $85,000 – $116,000
  • New York: $79,000 – $116,000
  • Washington: $78,000 – $106,000
  • District of Columbia: $85,000 – $115,000
• Full‑time employees receive comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, and paid time off.

Applicants must include a cover letter and resume. The firm will provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.