Legal Assistant

Tyson & Mendes

. Provide critical support to attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 - $46 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation support, including document management, court filings, and case calendar management. Proficient in Microsoft Suite and Adobe Acrobat, with strong organizational and communication skills to effectively assist attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation Legal Assistant ExperienceCivil Litigation KnowledgeState And Federal Court FilingsMicrosoft Suite ProficiencyAdobe Acrobat Proficiency

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Document ManagementE-Filing Legal DocumentsCalendar ManagementTrial Preparation AssistanceDrafting Legal Documents

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedDetail-OrientedAbility To Work IndependentlyProfessional Demeanor

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefensePersonal InjuryCivil LitigationCalifornia Court RulesClient Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide critical support to attorneys handling civil litigation and insurance defense cases
Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks
Draft and e-file legal documents
Docket deadlines and manage case calendars
Coordinate attorney travel arrangements
Format pleadings and correspondence
Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls
Assist with trial preparation
File and e-file documents in state and federal courts
Assist with document management and file organization
Communicate with clients and courts while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant
Insurance defense and/or personal injury experience preferred
Solid understanding of civil litigation, including state and federal calendar deadlines and rules
Experience with state and federal court filings in California
High proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
High proficiency in Adobe Acrobat
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines
Professional appearance and demeanor
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Team-centered culture with a respectful, supportive environment
Mentorship, continuous learning, and internal advancement opportunities
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits, including plans available at zero employee cost
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
401(k) with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%
Vacation time accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
Paid parental leave at base pay
37.5-hour standard workweek
Educational reimbursement up to $3,500 per calendar year for eligible non-attorney team members
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Firm-wide charitable giving program
Social and off-site events
Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed