Legal Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid 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: Insurance defense and/or personal injury experience
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
• Experience with state and federal court filings in Washington
• 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

• Compensation Package: Hourly pay range of $33-43/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
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues

About Tyson & Mendes

We are one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation. But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

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.