Legal Assistant

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, and conference calls
• Docket case related deadlines
• Research using Westlaw
• Coordinate attorney travel arrangements
• Assist with trial preparation and daily administrative tasks
• Assist with document management and file organization

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
• Solid understanding of civil litigation rules and deadlines
• Experience with state, federal, and appellate court filings in California
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in insurance defense or personal injury law

Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $38-$46/hour
• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, and dental
• 401(k) with company match
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• Educational reimbursement program up to $3,500 per year
• Paid parental leave
• 37.5-hour standard workweek

About the Company

Tyson & Mendes is one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country, known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm through a dynamic and diverse team of trial attorneys.