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H1: Join Our Award-Winning Litigation Team as a Paralegal in Sacramento!
H2: About Tyson & Mendes
H2: Why Choose Tyson & Mendes?
H2: Responsibilities
H2: Requirements
H2: Benefits
H2: Why Tyson & Mendes?
H2: Pay Range
SEO-friendly job title: Litigation Paralegal in Sacramento at Award-Winning Law Firm
Litigation Paralegal
Sacramento, CA
Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join our award-winning team in Sacramento. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in civil litigation, particularly in personal injury and construction defect law, to take their career to the next level. This position offers hybrid work options, with three days in the office and the flexibility to work remotely.
About Tyson & Mendes
Tyson & Mendes is not your typical law firm. We are known for our commitment to excellence and providing top-tier legal services to our clients, while creating a supportive and respectful work environment. As a Paralegal or Legal Assistant at Tyson & Mendes, you will be a key player on our team, working closely with our talented attorneys in a collaborative and inclusive culture that values respect, education, and growth.
Why Choose Tyson & Mendes?
- Team Structure: Join a collaborative team of legal professionals with a wealth of experience and expertise.
- Respectful Culture: Be part of a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
- Hybrid Opportunities: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options that fit your lifestyle.
- Approachable Leadership: Work with accessible leadership that encourages open communication and growth.
- Education and Training: Take advantage of continuous learning and development opportunities to sharpen your legal skills.
- Billable Hour Bonus Program: We reward your hard work with a competitive billable hour bonus program.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with discovery and motions, including preparing documents and exhibits and organizing deposition binders.
- Manage trial preparation, including coordinating witnesses and travel, preparing exhibits and trial notebooks, and organizing subpoenas and page lines.
- Obtain, review, and organize medical records and bills, and calculate damages.
- Work as part of a team with all levels of experience.
- Communicate regularly with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation.
Requirements
- Paralegal certification required.
- 3-5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Ability to work in the Sacramento office three days per week.
- Experience with litigation in the state of California preferred.
- Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal deadlines and rules.
- High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
Benefits
- Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, some at no cost to the employee.
- 401K matching.
- Paid parental leave.
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs.
- Firm-wide charitable giving program.
- Numerous social and off-site events to build relationships with colleagues.
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
- Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield.
Why Tyson & Mendes?
At Tyson & Mendes, we are one of the country's fastest-growing civil defense firms. We pride ourselves on our progressive, dynamic, and diverse approach to law firm management. We are not your traditional law firm, and we continuously strive to break the mold. Our team is exceptionally smart and deeply talented, and we have made a profound impact on the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Our mission is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients, and we have a track record of success, including our win in Howell vs. Hamilton Meats.
Pay Range
$33 - $41 USD hourly
Tyson & Mendes is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors. We value attention to detail, so if you have read this entire job description, we can already tell you have exceptional attention to detail.
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