Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)

Tyson & Mendes; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Annual bonus program

Technology reimbursement

Health/vision/dental coverage with low

Employee 401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation accrual

Diversity & Inclusion programs

Charitable giving program

Social & off-site events

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes, a leading California litigation firm, is seeking a Complex Trial Paralegal to support attorneys in multi-party civil litigation, catastrophic personal injury, and construction defect matters. Hybrid work options are available, with a San Diego Office Manager overseeing the role.

The candidate should bring 3–5 years of litigation experience, paralegal certification, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certification.
• 3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Experience with California civil litigation is encouraged.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, production, subpoenas) and motions including compiling supporting docs and hearing binders.
• Manage trial preparation: coordinate witnesses/travel, prep exhibits/notebooks, subpoenas.
• Review and organize medical records and calculate damages.
• Collaborate with team at all levels of experience.
• Maintain routine client/expert/attorney communications about case status.

Skills

Paralegal certification

3-5 years litigation experience

California civil litigation

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Complex Trial Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation Team

Support. Strategize.Succeed.

Hybrid work opportunities available

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense and high-exposure litigation, isseekingan experienced and detail-orientedComplex Trial Paralegalto support our attorneys in multi-party civil litigation, catastrophic personal injury, and construction defect matters. If you thrive under pressure, excel at managing intricate cases, and want to be part of a collaborative, trial-focused team,we’dlove to hear from you.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

At Tyson & Mendes, we offer more than a job—we offer a career path within a strong, inclusive culture where paralegals are respected as integral members of the trial team.

Here’swhat sets us apart:

• Work alongside nationally recognized trial attorneys in high-stakes, complex cases.
• Be part of a culture built on respect, transparency, and inclusion.
• Enjoy hybrid work flexibility to support work-life balance and productivity.
• Access professional development through mentorship, trial training, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Benefit from a competitive billable hour bonus program that rewards your contributions.

The hiring manager for this position is the San Diego Office Manager.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Paralegal certification
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegal
• Experience with litigation in the state of California is highly encouraged
• 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 Package

• The hourly pay range of $35-48/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-$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%
• Paid parental leave at base pay rate
• 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 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

About Tyson & Mendes

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