Legal Assistant
About The Position
Tyson & Mendes is seeking a detail-driven Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases. The role includes drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial preparation, and communicating with clients and courts while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. The position offers flexible work options, with the requirement to work in the office two days per week. The firm describes a collaborative, fast-paced environment and emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, internal advancement, and professional development.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of civil litigation experience.
- Insurance defense experience is required.
- Strong understanding of Nevada state and federal civil litigation procedures, including calendaring deadlines and court rules.
- Experience with Nevada state and federal court filings, including complex motions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to work in the office 2 days a week.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to manage a diverse workload and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Ability to collaborate within a team under tight deadlines.
- Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills; articulate, organized, and a team player.
- Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks.
- Docket deadlines.
- Coordinate attorney travel arrangements.
- Format pleadings and correspondence.
- Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls.
- Assist with trial preparation.
- File and e-file documents in state and federal courts.
- Assist with document management and file organization.
- Communicate with clients and courts while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost; the stated average annual employee contribution for health, vision, and dental coverage is $700–$1,700.
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
- 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
- Vacation time 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 for eligible non-attorney team members, up to $3,500 per calendar year.
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
- Firm-wide charitable giving program.
- Social and off-site events throughout the year.
- Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
