Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes LLP
Las Vegas, NV
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 3+ years of litigation support experience and are comfortable with in-office work.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of litigation support experience and a background in Nevada court procedures
    — “Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant”
  • Professionals who have worked in insurance defense or personal injury litigation and value mentorship and growth
    — “Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience”
  • Individuals who can manage multiple deadlines and thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment
    — “able to manage multiple deadlines, and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment”

Things to consider

  • Requires at least two days per week in-office presence despite flexible work options
    — “Able to work in office 2 days a week”
  • Compensation is hourly, with overtime pay and limited benefits based on employee contribution
    — “average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-1,700”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with Nevada-specific court filings and legal software proficiency
    — “Experience with state and federal court filings in Nevada”
  • Highlight independent work capabilities and examples of managing complex litigation calendars
    — “able to think and act independently and with minimal supervision”
  • Showcase communication skills with client and court interactions in prior roles
    — “communicating with clients and courts—all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Assisted attorneys with daily administrative tasks
  • Managed case calendars
  • Coordinated hearings and trial prep
  • Filed and e-filed documents in state and federal courts
Typical background
3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistantExperience in civil litigation

Skills & requirements

Required

Litigation SupportLegal Document DraftingE-filingCase ManagementCommunication

Preferred

Insurance DefensePersonal Injury Experience

Stack & domain

Legal SoftwareE-filing ProceduresMS SuiteAdobe AcrobatOrganizationalCommunicationTeam PlayerLitigation SupportCivil Litigation

About the role

Original posting from Tyson & Mendes LLP via Greenhouse

Legal Assistant – Join a Top-Ranked Litigation Firm 

Support. Organize. Thrive. 

Full-Time | Flexible Work Options Available 

Are you a skilled litigation legal assistant looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, high-performing legal environment? Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized trial firm, is seeking a detail-driven and proactive professional to support our attorneys in civil litigation and insurance defense. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic team where your contributions truly matter—we’d love to connect. 

Why Build Your Career at Tyson & Mendes? 

Team-Centered Culture – Collaborate with exceptional attorneys and legal professionals in a respectful, supportive environment

Professional Growth – We prioritize mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement opportunities

Inclusive & Respectful Workplace – We’re committed to building a diverse team where every voice is valued

Stability with Recognition – Join a nationally awarded firm known for its results, reputation, and commitment to excellence

What You’ll Do and Who You Are 

As a Legal Assistant at Tyson & Mendes, you’ll provide critical support to attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases. Responsibilities include drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial prep, and communicating with clients and courts—all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. 

We’re seeking someone with experience in litigation support, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in legal software and e-filing procedures. You should be detail-oriented, able to manage multiple deadlines, and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 

Take the next step in your legal journey with Tyson & Mendes—where your skills are valued, and your growth is supported. Apply today. 

Responsibilities 

Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks

Docket deadlines

Coordinate attorney travel arrangements

Format all pleadings and correspondence

Schedule depositions, hearings, conference calls

Assist with trial preparation

File and E-file documents in State and Federal Courts

Assist with document management and file organization 

Requirements 

Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant

Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience

Able to work in office 2 days a week

Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)

Experience with state and federal court filings in Nevada

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 Package 

The hourly pay range of $25-41/hour, depending on experience

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

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)

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 

About Tyson & Mendes 

Click here to learn more about the Tyson & Mendes Office!  (944) The Tyson & Mendes Office - YouTube 

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. 

Follow along with the firm on Twitter and LinkedIn or visit www.tysonmendes.com.   

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice 

OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson & Mendes’ policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations – we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional. 

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES OF TYSON & MENDES: Please take notice that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here. 

No recruiters/agencies 

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Pay Range$25—$41 USD

Source: Tyson & Mendes LLP careers (Greenhouse)

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