Legal Assistant

About the role

New Year. New Opportunities. Grow with Tyson & Mendes!

Dallas, Texas | Litigation Legal Assistant | Full-Time

• Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident. They're Built by Great People.
• Ready to make 2027 the year you take your career to the next level?
• Big things are happening in Texas, and Tyson & Mendes is growing! Our Dallas office is looking for a talented, organized, and proactive Litigation Legal Assistant who wants to be part of something exciting.
• We're building more than a team. We're creating an environment where people genuinely enjoy working together, take pride in what they do, support one another, and celebrate success along the way.
• Strong Leadership. Great People. Room to Grow.
• Led by Thera Cooper, Dallas Branch Office Managing Partner, our Dallas team is entering an exciting chapter of growth in 2027.
• Thera believes that exceptional results start with exceptional people. Her leadership approach combines high standards with kindness, collaboration, open communication, and a genuine commitment to helping team members succeed.
• Here, your contributions matter. You'll work alongside accomplished litigation professionals who value teamwork, take ownership of their work, and recognize the importance of every person behind a successful case.
• We work hard, support each other, celebrate our wins, and make room for a little fun along the way!

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