Litigation Paralegal (Complex Trial)

Complex Trial Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation Team

Support. Strategize. Succeed.

Hybrid work opportunities available - Requiring three days in office.

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense and high-exposure litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Complex Trial Paralegal to 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'd love 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's what 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.

What You'll Do

As a Complex Trial Paralegal, you will play a pivotal role in every stage of the litigation process. Responsibilities include:

• Managing complex, multi-party case files and discovery processes.

• Drafting and proofreading pleadings, motions, and trial-related documents.

• Coordinating and managing large-scale document productions and e-discovery databases.

• Preparing exhibits, trial binders, and witness files for depositions, hearings, and trials.

• Assisting attorneys during trial with exhibit presentation, witness coordination, and real-time problem solving.

• Communicating with clients, experts, and witnesses with professionalism and discretion.

• Ensuring deadlines are met with precision and maintaining impeccable case organization.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally with exposure to complex, high-value, or multi-party cases in insurance defense, catastrophic personal injury, or construction defect litigation.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with e-filing, advanced discovery management, trial preparation, and legal technology platforms (including case management and e-discovery tools).

• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced trial environment.

• Professionalism: Strong written and verbal communication skills, collaborative mindset, and commitment to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

• Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.

If you want to contribute to a team that is shaping the future of insurance defense litigation and are ready to take on challenging, impactful work, we encourage you to apply.

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 New York 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

Benefits

• Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)

• 401K matching

• Paid parental leave

• 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

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate

• Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield

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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

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