Litigation Paralegal (Construction Defect)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•San Diego, CA

9d•$35 - $46

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with a strong knowledge of California law with expertise in Construction Defect. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and want to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you. At Tyson & Mendes, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career path supported by a strong, inclusive culture. Our paralegals are trusted, valued members of the litigation team, and we invest in their growth and success. Here’s what sets us apart: Work alongside talented trial attorneys and legal professionals on high-exposure construction defect cases Be part of a culture that prioritizes respect, transparency, and inclusion Access professional development through mentorship, training, and ongoing learning Benefit from a competitive billable hour bonus program that rewards your contributions If you are ready to take on challenging, impactful construction defect litigation work and want to contribute to a team that values collaboration and excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Paralegal certification
Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
Experience with litigation in the state of California is highly encouraged
Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Professional appearance and demeanor

Responsibilities

Ability to assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of any supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders)
Ability to manage trial preparation including: coordination of witnesses and travel, trial exhibits, charts, trial notebook, subpoenas, and page lines
Review, organize, and summarize construction documents, contracts, inspection reports, maintenance records, work order repairs, and other project files
Manage large volumes of discovery, including e discovery platforms, document production, and privilege logs
May be asked to attend site inspections in Southern California
Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
Routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
Paralegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000
Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)
Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
Paid parental leave at base pay rate
5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
Educational reimbursement program for non-attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Firm-wide charitable giving program
Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues