Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes • Las Vegas, NV

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized trial firm, is seeking a detail-driven and proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys in civil litigation and insurance defense. This role offers flexible work options and is ideal for a skilled litigation legal assistant looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, high-performing legal environment. The firm emphasizes a team-centered culture, professional growth, an inclusive and respectful workplace, and stability with recognition.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant
• Able to work in office 2 days a week
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
• Experience with state and federal court filings in Nevada
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience

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

Benefits

• Flexible Work Options
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost
• 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%
• 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 eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed