Legal Assistant – Join a Top-Ranked Litigation Firm Support. Organize. Thrive.

Full-Time | Remote 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?

What You’Ll Do

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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.

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 base pay

37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney