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Tyson & Mendes LLP
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Legal Assistant
Tyson & Mendes LLP · Dallas, Texas, United States
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In short
The Legal Assistant will provide critical support to attorneys by drafting legal documents, managing case calendars, and coordinating trial preparations. They are also responsible for e-filing documents in state and federal courts and maintaining professional communication with clients.
What they're looking for
MUST-HAVE SKILLS
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Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in litigation support, specifically within insurance defense and personal injury law. Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and knowledge of Texas state and federal court filing procedures are required.
About the employer
Tyson & Mendes
Achieving Justice for All through Innovation, Collaboration, and Outstanding Service.
Tyson & Mendes’ goal is to achieve justice for all through innovation, collaboration, and outstanding service. Founded in 2002 by principal trial attorneys Robert Tyson and Patrick Mendes, we are an AV-rated litigation firm of 250+ attorneys across the U.S. specializing in defending insurers, corporations, and insureds in civil litigation. Tyson & Mendes represents clients nationwide with over 30 offices serving over 20 states.
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We have handled some of the most contentious cases that have helped define insurance defense litigation and have earned a reputation for targeting the threat of and stopping Nuclear Verdicts® – runaway jury verdicts exceeding $10 million. Our trial-only subsidiary, TM HALO®, is wholly dedicated to stemming the tide of Nuclear Verdicts®. Comprised of elite Tyson & Mendes defense attorneys with decades of courtroom experience, TM HALO® lawyers parachute in to manage the thorniest, highest-stakes cases. We ensure our attorneys have the tools to achieve exceptional results and protect clients from excessive jury awards. Through programs like TM University and the Tyson & Mendes Trial Academy, our attorneys receive deep training on proven defense methods outlined in Founding Partner Robert Tyson’s best-selling book, "Nuclear Verdicts®: Defending Justice for All." Our strategy, The Apex℠, builds on 20+ years of courtroom success and data from 100 Nuclear Verdicts®. Launched in 2025, it is a trial-proven framework helping defense teams recognize and break patterns in high-stakes litigation, detailed in “Nuclear Verdicts®: The Apex – Break the Pattern,” by Founding Partner Robert Tyson and National Managing Partner Cayce Lynch. To further this mission, we founded Apex Defense Consulting, a specialized consulting firm offering education, community, and strategic guidance to carriers and counsel looking to stop Nuclear Verdicts® and slow social inflation industry-wide.
- INDUSTRY
- Law Practice
- COMPANY
- Partnership
- FOUNDED
- 2002
- HEADQUARTERS
- San Diego, California
- SIZE
- 201-500
- OFFICES
- 29 on LinkedIn
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Questions about this role
- Is this Tyson & Mendes LLP role remote?
- Tagged hybrid · 2 days in office.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
Legal Assistant – Join a Top-Ranked Litigation Firm Support. Organize. Thrive. 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.
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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
- Insurance defense experience
- Personal injury experience
- Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
- Experience with state and federal court filings in Texas
- Able to work in office 1-2 days a week (222 West Las Colinas Blvd, Suite 1650, Irving, TX 75039)
- 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 $33-42/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
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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.
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Pay Range
$33—$42 USD
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