Complex Trial Legal Assistant

4 weeks ago

San Diego, United States Tyson & Mendes Full time

Join Our Award-Winning Litigation Team as a Legal Assistant

Are you a skilled litigation legal assistant eager for a new challenge? Tyson & Mendes, a leading law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is looking for someone like you If you've thrived in a fast-paced defense firm focusing on civil litigation, specifically sexual abuse, assault, and molestation matters, and are ready to hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

About Tyson & Mendes:

At Tyson & Mendes, we deliver top-notch legal services to our clients while fostering a supportive and respectful work environment. As a Legal Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our team, working closely with skilled attorneys in a culture that values respect, education, and growth.

Why Choose Tyson & Mendes?

  • Team Structure: Be part of a collaborative team of seasoned legal professionals.
  • Respectful Culture: Work in an environment that values respect, diversity, and inclusivity.
  • Approachable Leadership: Benefit from accessible leadership that promotes open communication and personal growth.
  • Educational and Training Opportunities: Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance your legal skills.
If you're a motivated and dedicated individual looking to advance your legal career with a firm that prioritizes employee growth and development, Tyson & Mendes is the place for you

Responsibilities:
  • Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks.
  • Docket deadlines.
  • Coordinate attorney travel arrangements.
  • Format all pleadings and correspondence.
  • Schedule depositions, hearings, conference calls.
  • Assist with trial preparation.
  • File and E-file documents in State and Federal Courts.
  • Assist with document management and file organization.
Requirements:
  • Minimum of 3+ years' experience as a litigation legal assistant.
  • Preferred sexual abuse, assault, and molestation experience.
  • Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules).
  • Experience with State/Federal court filings, One Legal and ECF filings in CA.
  • 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:
  • 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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