Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Dallas, TX

5d•$33 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its Dallas-area team handling civil litigation and insurance defense matters. The role supports case progress through legal document preparation and filing, deadline and calendar management, hearing and trial coordination, and case file organization. The position is based in the Dallas office team and requires working in the office one to two days per week at 222 West Las Colinas Blvd, Suite 1650, Irving, TX 75039. The firm describes a collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional development, skill growth, and participation in team and social activities. The role has a 37.5-hour standard workweek. The hourly pay range is $33–$42, depending on experience, with overtime at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate as needed.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
Insurance defense experience.
Personal injury experience.
Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal calendar deadlines and rules.
Experience with state and federal court filings in Texas.
Able to work in the office 1–2 days per week at the specified Irving, Texas address.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Articulate, organized, and a team player, with excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
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 electronically file documents in state and federal courts.
Assist with document management and file organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost; 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.