Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes•San Diego, CA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a full-time, remote Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense matters. 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 successful candidate will contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple deadlines and changing priorities. Tyson & Mendes describes its workplace as team-centered, inclusive, and supportive of professional growth through mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement opportunities. The firm offers specialized training, professional development, and paths to leadership.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
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 organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury.

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.

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.
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.
Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate, as needed.