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About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a **Paralegal Associate** for the **Subpoena & Garnishment Unit** . The Subpoena & Garnishment Unit provides legal support to the branches and the litigation team (i.e., subpoenas, liens, levies, and garnishments,). The Subpoena and Garnishment Unit is responsible for handling a high volume of matters that require oversight from a paralegal and/or attorney. These matters include but are not limited to third-party information requests, garnishments, liens, levies, court orders and court-restricted guardianships that affect client brokerage accounts. The team also handles pre-litigation matters, stakeholder matters and operational guidance for the litigation team as well as the placing and removal of restrictions. The position requires frequent telephone, email, and written communication with outside counsel, opposing counsel, government entities, and regional and branch employees. This position is available in **St. Louis, MO.**

In this role, you will:

+ Provide support to a specialized area within the Legal Department using a high degree of analytical, communication and organizational skills

+ Research and resolve routine legal inquiries and issues to support paralegals and attorneys

+ Read and research correspondence and various legal documents

+ Work to improve processes within the team

+ Perform moderately complex tasks

+ Read, research and interpret legal documents

+ Receive direction from the team managers

+ Interpret legal documents and decide on course of action

+ Interact with others in the Legal Department and the company

+ Coordinate with team managers on special requests or highly complex projects

Required Qualifications:

+ 6+ months of Paralegal experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

+ Ability to learn and master legal department software programs and applications

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment

+ Experience with litigation

+ Experience working with Brokers/Dealers

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

+ Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills

+ Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

+ Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills

Job Expectations:

+ Paralegal certification may be required in some states

+ This position is a non-negotiable hybrid work schedule, requiring 3 days in the office and allows for 2 days remote

Posting End Date:

8 Oct 2025

_*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants._

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-drug-and-alcohol-policy) to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

**Req Number:** R-497344