Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation Team Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented paralegal to support our attorneys in civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect matters. 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. Why Tyson & Mendes? 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 members of the litigation team, and we invest in their growth and success. Work alongside talented attorneys and legal professionals in a team‑focused environment. Be part of a culture that prioritizes respect, transparency, and inclusion. Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, supporting work‑life balance and productivity. Access professional development through mentorship, training, and ongoing learning. Benefit from a competitive billable hours bonus program that recognizes your contributions. What You’ll Do and Who You Are As a Paralegal at Tyson & Mendes, you will be a key player in supporting attorneys through every phase of litigation. You will assist with case management, draft and proofread legal documents, organize, review and manage large volumes of records related to litigation, and assist with preparing for depositions, hearings and trials. You will leverage legal technology and case‑management tools to stay organized and streamline workflows in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Responsibilities Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions and requests for production, subpoenas, and preparing deposition binders) and motions (preparation of supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders). 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, and calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damage. Work as part of a team with all levels of experience. Routine communications with clients, experts and attorneys about case status and preparation. Requirements Paralegal certification. Minimum of 3‑5 years experience as a litigation paralegal. Experience with litigation in the state of Nevada is required. Insurance defense experience required. 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. Compensation Hourly pay range of $36‑46 per hour, depending on experience. Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed. Paralegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250 to $3,000. Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60. Benefits 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). Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate. Vacation time 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 relationships with colleagues. About Tyson & Mendes Tyson & Mendes is one of the fastest‑growing civil defense firms in the country, known for breaking the mold of traditional litigation practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr