Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•San Diego, CA

4d•$35 - $48•Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Complex Trial Paralegal to support attorneys handling multi-party civil litigation, catastrophic personal injury, and construction defect matters. The role is part of a collaborative, trial-focused litigation team and offers hybrid work opportunities. The hiring manager is the San Diego Office Manager. The position involves supporting discovery and motion practice, organizing records and damages information, communicating with clients and case professionals, and coordinating complex trial preparation. Compensation is $35–$48 per hour, depending on experience. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate as needed. Paralegals may receive an annual bonus of $250–$3,000, and employees receive a $60 monthly technology reimbursement. The firm describes a standard 37.5-hour workweek and offers benefits, educational reimbursement, accrued vacation, and paid parental leave.

Requirements

Paralegal certification.
3–5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal deadlines and rules.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Strong 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 with litigation in California is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery, including interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production, and subpoenas; prepare deposition binders.
Assist with motions by preparing supporting documents and exhibits and preparing hearing binders.
Manage trial preparation, including coordinating witnesses and travel and organizing trial exhibits, charts, trial notebooks, subpoenas, and page lines.
Independently obtain, review, and organize medical records and medical billings.
Calculate damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
Work as part of a team with colleagues at all levels of experience.
Communicate routinely with clients, experts, and attorneys regarding case status and preparation.

Benefits

Competitive billable-hour bonus program; annual paralegal bonus ranging from $250 to $3,000.
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost; average annual employee contribution for health, vision, and dental coverage is $700–$1,700.
401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
Paid parental leave at base pay rate.
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.
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
Vacation time accrued annually at the employee’s base rate.
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.
Hybrid work flexibility.
Professional development through mentorship, trial training, and ongoing learning opportunities.