Legal Assistant

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

DOE

Law Firm in Novato, CA is seeking an experienced litigation legal assistant to join their team of award-winning litigators. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced defense firm focused on civil litigation matters, with an emphasis on personal injury law. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $20-$38 per hour, depending on experience.

About Tyson & Mendes:

- Reputable law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation
- Commitment to excellence and providing high-quality legal services
- Supportive and respectful work environment
- Dedicated and talented team
- Opportunity for growth and development

Why Choose Tyson & Mendes:

- Collaborative team structure
- Respectful and inclusive culture
- Remote work options
- Accessible leadership
- Continuous learning and development opportunities

Responsibilities:

- Assist attorneys with administrative tasks
- Docket deadlines and coordinate travel arrangements
- Format pleadings and correspondence
- Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls
- Assist with trial preparation
- File and E-file documents in State and Federal Courts
- Manage documents and files

Requirements:

- Minimum of 3+ years' experience as a litigation legal assistant
- Preferred experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury law
- Solid understanding of civil litigation and court rules and deadlines
- Proficiency in MS Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits:

- Healthcare plans, including options at no cost to the employee
- 401K matching
- Paid parental leave
- Education and leadership development programs
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Charitable giving program
- Social and off-site events to foster relationships with colleagues

Why Tyson & Mendes:

- One of the country's fastest growing civil defense firms
- Progressive, dynamic, and diverse
- Exceptionally smart and talented team
- Mission to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for clients
- Innovative approach to law firm management
- Equal employment opportunity policy

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through our website. We look forward to hearing from you!

• schedule depositions, hearings, conference calls. • high proficiency in ms suite, specifically word, powerpoint and outlook and adobe acrobat. #li-hybrid
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location

novato, california (hybrid)

department

legal assts

employment type

ft

minimum experience

experienced

compensation

$20-$38/hour

Legal