[Remote] Legal Assistant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Tyson & Mendes is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases. The role includes preparing and filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial preparation, and communicating with clients and courts.

Responsibilities

• Format all pleadings and correspondence
• File and E-file documents in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts
• Prepare Table of Contents and Table of Authorities for motions
• Schedule depositions, hearings, conference calls
• Docket case related deadlines
• Research using Westlaw
• Coordinate attorney travel arrangements
• Assist with trial preparation
• Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks
• Assist with document management and file organization

Skills

• Are you a skilled litigation legal assistant
• Minimum of 3+ years' experience as a litigation legal assistant
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state, federal, and appellate calendar deadlines and rules)
• Experience with state, federal, and appellate court filings in California
• High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Handle sensitive and confidential information
• Manage a diverse workload and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Work collaboratively within a team environment under tight deadlines
• 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
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in legal software and e-filing procedures
• Detail-oriented
• Able to manage multiple deadlines
• Able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience

Benefits

• Full-Time | Remote
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-1,700)
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• 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%
• Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• 37.5-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)
• 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
• Mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement opportunities

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