What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Tyson & Mendes LLP?

Job Description

Join Our Award-Winning Litigation Team as a Paralegal in Orange County!

Are you an experienced litigation paralegal ready for an exciting new adventure? Tyson & Mendes, a renowned law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is looking for someone just like you! If you've thrived in a fast-paced defense firm focused on civil litigation, especially in personal injury and construction defect law, and are ready to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you. This position offers hybrid work opportunities.

About Tyson & Mendes

Tyson & Mendes is not your typical law firm. We're known for our strong commitment to excellence and providing top-tier legal services to our clients, all while creating a supportive and respectful work environment. As a Paralegal or Legal Assistant at Tyson & Mendes, you'll be a key player, working closely with our talented attorneys in a team-oriented culture that values respect, education, and growth.

Why Choose Tyson & Mendes?

Team Structure : Join a collaborative team of legal pros with a wealth of experience and expertise.
Respectful Culture : Be part of a workplace that celebrates respect, diversity, and inclusivity.
Hybrid Opportunities : Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options that fit your lifestyle.
Approachable Leadership : Work with leadership that is accessible and encourages open communication and growth.
Educational and Training : Take advantage of continuous learning and development opportunities to sharpen your legal skills.
Billable Hour Bonus Program : We reward your hard work with a competitive billable hour bonus program.

If you're a motivated and dedicated individual looking to advance your legal career with a firm that values employee growth and development, Tyson & Mendes is the perfect place for you. Join us and take your career to new heights!

Responsibilities

Ability to assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of any supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders)

Ability to manage trial preparation including : coordination of witnesses and travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines

Independently obtain, review and organize medical records / medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damage

Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences

Routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation

Requirements

Paralegal certification

Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal

Experience with litigation in the state of California is highly encouraged

Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)

High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat

Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision

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

Benefits

Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)

401K matching

Paid parental leave

Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative

Firm-wide charitable giving program

Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues

Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate

Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield

Why Tyson & Mendes?

We are one of the country's fastest growing civil defense firms. We have steadily and successfully made our mark as a trailblazer in the legal ecosphere. We are a progressive, dynamic and diverse firm that prides ourselves in breaking the mold upheld by the "traditional" law firm. Here, you will discover an exceptionally smart, deeply talented team, who have continuously made a profound impact on the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people. From Howell vs. Hamilton Meats, to our many trial wins, our mission every day is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients.

In addition to our outstanding legal work, we take an innovative approach to law firm management that invests wholly in our employees.

OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson & Mendes' policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations – we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS / EMPLOYEES OF TYSON & MENDES : Please take notice that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm's policies, please refer to the document provided here.

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Pay Range

30—$43 USD

Salary : $30 - $43

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