Legal Assistant

**Legal Assistant – Join a Top-Ranked Litigation Firm** **Support. Organize. Thrive.** **Full-Time | Hybrid – in office as needed** Are you a skilled litigation legal assistant looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, high-performing legal environment? Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized trial firm, is seeking a detail-driven and proactive professional to support our attorneys in civil litigation and insurance defense. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic team where your contributions truly matter—we’d love to connect. **Why Build Your Career at Tyson & Mendes?** - **Team-Centered Culture** – Collaborate with exceptional attorneys and legal professionals in a respectful, supportive environment - **Professional Growth** – We prioritize mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement opportunities - **Inclusive & Respectful Workplace** – We’re committed to building a diverse team where every voice is valued - **Stability with Recognition** – Join a nationally awarded firm known for its results, reputation, and commitment to excellence **What You’ll Do and Who You Are** As a Legal Assistant at Tyson & Mendes, you’ll provide critical support to attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases. Responsibilities include drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial preparation, and communicating with clients and courts—all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. We’re seeking someone with experience in litigation support, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in legal software and e-filing procedures. You should be detail-oriented, able to manage multiple deadlines, and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. **Take the next step in your legal journey with Tyson & Mendes—where your skills are valued, and your growth is supported. Apply today.** **Responsibilities** - Format all pleadings and correspondence - File and E-file documents in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts - Prepare Table of Contents and Table of Authorities for motions - Schedule depositions, hearings, conference calls - Docket case related deadlines - Research using Westlaw - Coordinate attorney travel arrangements - Assist with trial preparation - Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks - Assist with document management and file organization **Requirements** - Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant - Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience - Solid understanding of civil litigation (state, federal, and appellate calendar deadlines and rules) - Experience with state, federal, and appellate court filings in California - High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat - Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision - Handle sensitive and confidential information - Manage a diverse workload and adapt quickly to changing priorities - Work collaboratively within a team environment under tight deadlines - Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills - Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines - Professional appearance and demeanor **Compensation Package** - The hourly pay range of $38-46/hour, depending on experience - Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed - Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-1,700) - Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate - Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60 - Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5% - Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate - Paid parental leave at ba…