Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff

No

Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Law or related field.
Preferred
Paralegal Training


Law Firm Seeking Experienced Paralegal

The Law Firm of Husch Blackwell is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our team. With multiple locations across the United States, we are a full-service litigation and business law firm serving clients with both domestic and international operations. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team culture and are looking for motivated professionals who value teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation.

The Mass Tort Paralegal position is open for our virtual office, The Link, or any of our locations. The main responsibilities of this role include providing assistance to attorneys in fact investigation, legal research, document preparation and production, database management, and overall client service. The position will primarily focus on California asbestos practice, and duties specific to litigation practice may include discovery, deposition preparation, investigation, trial and mediation preparation, analysis of factual information, and assistance in preparation of pleadings, motions and/or briefs.

Essential job functions include maintaining a professional demeanor and attitude, complying with firm policies, and sustaining attention to detail and quality of work. The ideal candidate will have technical proficiency in database use and management, internet/electronic research, and project folder/electronic file maintenance. They should also be able to anticipate attorney needs, mentor Paralegal Assistants, and independently handle all key duties without supervision.

The core requirements for this position include the ability to deliver superior service to all internal and external customers, excellent organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. The candidate must also have a high level of professional integrity, be able to lead and motivate the work of others, and have experience in asbestos/toxic tort litigation. A Paralegal Certificate or Bachelor's degree in a law-related field is preferred, or an Associate's degree with paralegal training.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and a pre-tax flexible spending account. Full-time employees are also eligible for Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and participation in a retirement plan program. The expected compensation for this position in various states and jurisdictions ranges from $67,000 to $116,000, depending on skills, experience, and location.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and be valued and empowered, we invite you to apply for our Mass Tort Paralegal position. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.