Legal Assistant – Civil Litigation

Job overview

The Legal Assistant – Civil Litigation role is hybrid in Las Vegas, NV, with an hourly pay range of $25–$41. Tyson & Mendes LLP is a civil defense firm handling litigation and insurance defense matters. The assistant provides administrative and case support to attorneys, helping manage deadlines, filings, hearings, and trial preparation. The role contributes to organized casework and clear communication with clients and courts in a fast-paced legal environment.

What you'll do

• Assist attorneys with daily administrative tasks
• docket deadlines
• coordinate travel
• format pleadings and correspondence
• schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls
• assist with trial preparation
• file and e-file documents in state and federal courts
• manage documents and organize files.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

legal assistant

civil litigation

insurance defense

las vegas nv

tyson & mendes llp

hybrid

office two days a week

e-filing

trial preparation

case calendars

$25–$41/hr

37.5-hour workweek

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, vision, and dental plans, including options with zero employee cost
• employee assistance program
• monthly technology reimbursement
• 401(k) match
• accrued vacation
• paid parental leave
• educational reimbursement up to $3,500 per calendar year.

Why this role

The posting specifies working in the office two days a week and a 37.5-hour standard workweek.

About the employer

Tyson & Mendes LLP is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.