Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation TeamSupport. Strategize. Succeed.Hybrid Work Opportunities AvailableOverviewTyson & 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. This will be a hybrid position working in office as needed.What You'll Do and Who You AreAs a Paralegal at Tyson & Mendes, you'll 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'll leverage legal technology and case management tools to stay organized and streamline workflows in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.We're looking for a highly motivated paralegal with at least three years of experience in civil litigation, insurance defense, or personal injury matters. You should be skilled in processing records and trial preparation, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.ResponsibilitiesAssist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, 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 linesIndependently obtain, review, and organize medical records/medical billing, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damageWork as part of a team with all levels of experienceRoutine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparationRequirementsParalegal certificationMinimum of 3–5 years experience as a litigation paralegalExperience with litigation in the state of Washington is highly encouragedSolid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)Ability to work in office as neededHigh proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe AcrobatAbility to think and act independently and with minimal supervisionArticulate, organized, and a team player with excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skillsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlinesProfessional appearance and demeanorCompensation PackageHourly pay range of $30–$40 per hour, depending on experienceOvertime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as neededParalegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250 to $3,000Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700–$1,700)401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%Paid parental leave at base pay rateBenefits37.5‑hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnoutEducational reimbursement program for non‑attorney eligible team members (up to $3,500 per calendar year)Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocateVacation time accrued annually at the employee's base rateInternal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals InitiativeFirm‑wide charitable giving programNumerous social and off‑site events each year to enrich relationships with colleaguesEqual Opportunity Employer NoticeTyson & Mendes is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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. The Firm collects certain information about you as part of its policies.#J-18808-Ljbffr