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Tyson & Mendes · 22 hours ago

Legal Assistant

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$25/hr - $40/hr

3+ years exp

Tyson & Mendes is a nationally recognized trial firm seeking a detail-driven and proactive Legal Assistant to support their attorneys in civil litigation and insurance defense. The role involves drafting and e-filing legal documents, managing case calendars, coordinating hearings and trial prep, and communicating with clients and courts.

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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

Qualification

Litigation supportCivil litigation knowledgeLegal software proficiencyE-filing proceduresMS Suite proficiencyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam player

Required

Minimum of 3+ years' experience as a litigation legal assistant

Ability to work in the New York office at least 3 days per week (8:30am-5:00pm ET)

Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)

Experience with state and federal court filings in New York

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

Preferred

Preferred insurance defense and/or personal injury experience

Benefits

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 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

Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60

37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout

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