Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)
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 team at a nationally recognized insurance defense and high-exposure litigation firm. Hybrid work opportunities are available. The hiring manager is the San Diego Office Manager. The position supports discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation; organizes and analyzes medical records and damages; and communicates with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation. The firm describes its culture as inclusive and collaborative, with mentorship, trial training, ongoing learning, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- Paralegal certification.
- A minimum of 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 in Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills; articulate, organized, and a team player.
- Strong organization and attention to detail, with the 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 prepare hearing binders.
- Manage trial preparation, including coordinating witnesses and travel, preparing trial exhibits and charts, maintaining the trial notebook, handling subpoenas, and preparing 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 experience levels.
- Communicate routinely with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation.
Benefits
- Competitive billable hour bonus program; annual paralegal bonus ranges from $250 to $3,000.
- Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate, as needed.
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including health, vision, and dental plans; some plans are available at zero employee cost.
- 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.
- Mentorship, trial training, ongoing learning, and professional development opportunities.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
