Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal | Join One of Our Largest & Most Collaborative Teams

Tyson & Mendes is looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our San Francisco Bay Area team, one of the firm's largest and most collaborative offices.

This is an opportunity for a paralegal who loves litigation, takes pride in their work, and wants to be more than someone working behind the scenes. Our paralegals are valued members of the litigation team, working alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated matters from initial case development through trial.

Led by veteran trial attorney Jim Sell, the team includes experienced litigators handling high-stakes matters in state and federal courts throughout California.

For a strong litigation paralegal, that means exposure to meaningful cases, experienced attorneys, and the opportunity to play an important role in moving matters toward resolution and trial.

More Than Support. Be Part of the Strategy.

Our paralegals are trusted members of their litigation teams. You'll work closely with attorneys throughout the life of a case and help keep complex matters organized, moving, and trial-ready.

We're looking for an experienced paralegal who knows litigation and enjoys being an integral part of a busy legal team.

You communicate well, anticipate what your team needs, and take ownership of your work.

About tysonmendesllp

• Great litigation takes a great team.
• Our Bay Area team works hard, collaborates closely, and genuinely enjoys working together.
• They take the work seriously, but they don't take themselves too seriously.
• If you're looking for challenging work, talented teammates, and a team with real camaraderie, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Bay Area Team?

Our San Francisco Bay Area office handles a broad range of sophisticated insurance defense litigation throughout California, including construction and construction defect, personal injury and wrongful death, professional liability, toxic tort, insurance coverage and bad faith, employment matters, and appeals.

A Team You'll Actually Want to Be Part Of

This is one of our largest offices, but it maintains the camaraderie and collaboration of a close-knit team.

You'll work with attorneys and legal professionals who communicate, share knowledge, help one another, and recognize that great litigation is rarely a solo effort.

Who Will Thrive Here?

Most importantly, you enjoy being part of a team and want to work with people who are serious about delivering excellent results while still enjoying the people they work alongside.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

At Tyson & Mendes, we offer more than a job. We want our paralegals to build careers here.

If you're an experienced litigation paralegal looking for sophisticated work, flexibility, great teammates, and a place where your contribution matters, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

Responsibilities

• You'll assist with case management, draft and proofread legal documents, organize and analyze large volumes of records, coordinate discovery, and help prepare attorneys and cases for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• You'll also use legal technology and case management tools to create efficient workflows and help your team stay ahead of deadlines and case demands.
• 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
• Independently obtain, review and organize medical records/medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damage
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
• Routine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation

Requirements

• You have at least three years of experience in civil litigation, insurance defense, personal injury, construction, or a related litigation practice.
• You're organized, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities.
• You understand how to manage records and discovery and know what it takes to help prepare a case for deposition, hearing, mediation, or trial.
• You're detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture.
• Paralegal certification
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal

Experience with litigation in the state of California

• 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

Pay

• The hourly pay range of $30-43/hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed

Benefits

• We offer a remote environment that provides flexibility while keeping team connection and collaboration at the center of how we work.
• You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented attorneys and legal professionals, receive ongoing training and professional development, and be part of a culture built around collaboration, respect, and opportunity.
• We also offer a competitive billable hours bonus program that recognizes the contributions our paralegals make to the success of their teams.
• 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%
• 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)
• 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
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