Office Manager

Tyson & Mendes LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Technology stipend

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Vacation accrual

Team events

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes LLP, a nationally recognized insurance defense litigation firm, seeks an experienced Office Manager for our Seattle team. This full-time, in-office role supports Attorneys and Administrative staff, ensuring smooth operations and a collaborative, professional workplace.

You will lead Seattle staff, implement policies, coordinate HR processes, and help maintain a welcoming, organized environment. Strong communication, organization, and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of management/leadership/HR experience.
• Prior law firm experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Ability to work in the Seattle office five days a week.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Reports to and supports Administrative & Legal Services Director and the Seattle Managing Partner.
• Oversees Seattle office support staff and productivity.
• Contributes to policy implementation in the Seattle office.
• Participates in hiring and onboarding of Seattle support staff.
• Assists with training and HR matters in the Seattle office.
• Participates in facilities management and expense reconciliation.
• Plans quarterly Seattle office events with leadership.
• Maintains relationship with Seattle Partners and HR leadership.
• Supports overall office operations and compliance.

Skills

Management

Leadership

HR Experience

Legal Support Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

MS Office

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Full-Time | In-Office | Downtown Seattle

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized insurance defense litigation firm, is seeking an experienced, proactive Office Manager to join our Seattle team!

If you're a natural problem-solver who enjoys supporting people, keeping operations running smoothly, and making a meaningful impact, this is an opportunity to bring your leadership and organizational skills to a growing national law firm.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a professional, fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and enjoys being the person others can count on.

Be Part of a Team That Works Together and Celebrates Success

Our Seattle office represents clients throughout Washington in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including catastrophic injury and wrongful death, personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, professional liability, insurance coverage, bad faith, and other civil litigation.

Our team combines sophisticated litigation experience with a culture that is collaborative, professional, and fun.

We believe great teams are built through communication, mutual respect, and celebrating accomplishments together. From weekly team meetings where colleagues share wins, exchange ideas, and discuss best practices to opportunities to connect socially, our Seattle office values both teamwork and individual contributions.

As Office Manager, you'll play an important role in fostering that environment and helping our attorneys and legal professionals do their best work.

Our Seattle office is led by Sitar Bhatt, Branch Managing Partner, with regional leadership provided by Michael Drews, Northwest Regional Managing Partner.

Our leadership team values an open-door approach, meaningful communication, and empowering team members to take ownership of their work.

You'll work closely with attorneys, administrative professionals, and regional leadership to help ensure the office operates efficiently while maintaining a welcoming, organized, and supportive environment.

At Tyson & Mendes, strong office management is essential to the success of our litigation teams. Your perspective, initiative, and ability to bring people together will be valued.

Local Connection. National Resources.

You’ll enjoy the close-knit environment of our Seattle office while benefiting from the resources, collaboration, and support of a national law firm.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships, anticipating needs, and finding practical solutions.

We value professionals who lead with confidence, communicate openly, and bring a positive, team-oriented approach to their work.

Make Your Mark in Seattle

This is a full-time, in-office position located in downtown Seattle at 600 Stewart Street, Suite 1500.

We're looking for someone who enjoys being present, engaged, and actively involved in supporting a busy litigation office and its people.

If you're an experienced Office Manager who takes pride in creating an organized, collaborative, and successful workplace, we'd love to meet you!

Bring your leadership. Build connections. Make an impact.

Join Tyson & Mendes and become part of a team where your contributions matter and your leadership helps everyone succeed.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to and supports Administrative & Legal Services Director and the Seattle Managing Partner
• Oversees support staff located in the Seattle office, including productivity management
• Assists with implementing new policies and procedures in the Seattle office
• Assists with the hiring process for support staff for the Seattle office
• Assists with the onboarding process for all new hires in the Seattle office
• Assists with training support staff as needed for the Seattle office
• Attends meetings regularly with Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners
• Assists with facility management for the Seattle office, including office moves as necessary
• Assists with management of expense reconciliation for the Seattle office
• Plans and coordinates quarterly events for the Seattle office alongside the Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Managing Partner
• Handles HR issues with HR Director and Seattle Partners and Team Leaders
• Administrative assignments from Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of previous management/leadership/human resources experience
• Prior law firm experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
• Able to work in the Seattle office 5 days a week
• Reliability and discretion while handling confidential matters
• 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 base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 - 100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• 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
• 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

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.

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.

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