Paralegal Assistant

Company Overview 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. Job Title Paralegal Assistant. 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 and overall client service. Assist with filing in large document cases. Learn/develop proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research; and 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. Assist with filing in large document cases. 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. Position Specific Requirements Two years litigation experience preferred. Excel experience mandatory. Excellent organization skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize workflow and manage time. Compensation & 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 Employee assistance program Paid Time Off Paid holidays Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements and more. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only. #J-18808-Ljbffr