Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes LLP•San Bernardino, CA

5d•$25 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense matters. The role provides administrative and litigation support, including 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 is described as full-time, with flexible work options, and requires working from the office two days per week. The firm describes its culture as collaborative, supportive, inclusive, and focused on mentorship, continuous learning, internal advancement, and professional development. The role has a 37.5-hour standard workweek. The hourly pay range is $25–$38, depending on experience, with overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate as needed.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
Able to work from the office 2 days per week.
Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal calendar deadlines and rules.
Experience with state and federal court filings in California.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Articulate, organized 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.
Experience in litigation support and proficiency with legal software and e-filing procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury.

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.
Support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases.
Communicate with clients and courts while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

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.
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.
37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout.
Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate, as needed.