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Litigation Paralegal Jobs in Seattle, USA at Tyson & Mendes LLP
Overview
Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation Team
Support. Strategize. Succeed. Tyson & 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. This will be a hybrid position working in office as needed.
We offer a career path within a collaborative, high-performing team that invests in growth and success for our paralegals. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Work alongside talented attorneys and legal professionals in a team-focused environment
- Culture that prioritizes respect, transparency, and inclusion
- Hybrid work flexibility to support work-life balance and productivity
- Professional development through mentorship, training, and ongoing learning
- Competitive billable hours bonus program that recognizes contributions
What You’ll Do and Who You Are
As a Paralegal at Tyson & Mendes, you’ll support 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, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production, subpoenas) 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 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 experience
- 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 Washington is highly encouraged
- Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
- Ability to work in office as needed
- High proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, 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 and Benefits
- Hourly pay range of $30-40/hour, depending on experience
- Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
- Annual bonus eligibility for paralegals
- Monthly technology reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans with zero employee cost in some cases
- 401(k) program with employer matches
- Paid parental leave at base pay rate
- 37.5-hour standard workweek
- Educational reimbursement program (up to $3,500 per calendar year)
- Employee Assistance Program and other wellbeing programs
We are a fast-growing civil defense firm known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our team delivers exceptional results and supports ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities within the firm.
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Title: Litigation Paralegal
Company: Tyson & Mendes LLP
Location: Seattle, USA
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