Legal Assistant (Western Region - CA)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Western Region, CA, CA

3d•$33 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a detail-driven Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases in California. The role includes drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars and deadlines, coordinating hearings and trial preparation, communicating with clients and courts, and providing daily administrative support. The position is full-time and hybrid, with in-office work as needed. The stated standard workweek is 37.5 hours. The hourly pay range is $33–$43, depending on experience, with overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate as needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of litigation experience.
Insurance defense and personal injury experience.
Experience filing complex motions.
Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state, federal, and appellate calendar deadlines and rules.
Experience with state, federal, and appellate 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.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to manage a diverse workload and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment under tight deadlines.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills; articulate, organized, and a team player.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

Format pleadings and correspondence.
File and e-file documents in state, federal, and appellate courts.
Prepare tables of contents and tables of authorities for motions.
Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls.
Docket case-related deadlines.
Conduct research using Westlaw.
Coordinate attorney travel arrangements.
Assist with trial preparation.
Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks.
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; 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.
Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship, continuous learning, internal advancement, specialized training, and professional development.
Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate, as needed.