Job Description:
• Administer the Paralegal Program firmwide
• Drive operational efficiency and foster professional development
• Ensure high-quality legal support for lawyers handling transactional, compliance, and litigation matters
• Support the Complex Tort Strategic Business Unit
• Direct large teams of paralegals handling high-volume litigation cases
• Stay informed of legal industry and Complex Tort trends
• Lead and manage paralegals and collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams
• Design and improve processes and workflows
• Assess opportunities to integrate automation and AI tools into paralegal workflows
• Oversee paralegal work allocation and support hiring recommendations
• Facilitate paralegal departures, transitions, onboarding, meetings, and communications
• Develop training programs and manage the paralegal mentoring program
• Support performance evaluations and compensation recommendations
• Provide ongoing feedback and monitor adherence to firm policies, legal standards, and ethical guidelines
• Monitor productivity, utilization, overtime, and time-entry compliance
• Develop and improve reporting methodologies for performance metrics
• Identify inefficiencies and implement operational improvements
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business administration, or related field; or combination of education and commensurate work experience required
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in legal or Complex Torts
• Minimum 3 years of Paralegal experience in corporate, regulatory, or Complex Tort litigation matters
• Strong judgment, organizational, and time-management skills
• High level of professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and communication skills
• Experience with performance management and policy enforcement
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment
• Proficient in project management tools and data interpretation
• Collaborative approach and adaptability to evolving business demands
• Cover letter and resume required
• Principal applicants only
Benefits:
• 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
• Discretionary bonus opportunities dependent upon individual and firm performance