Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal – Join a Leading Litigation Team Support. Strategize. Succeed. Hybrid Work Opportunities Available Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense litigation, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented paralegal to support our attorneys in civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect matters. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and want to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you. This is a hybrid position (2-3 days/week in office) at 666 Dundee Road, Suite 303, Northbrook, IL 60062. Why Tyson & Mendes? At Tyson & Mendes, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career path supported by a strong, inclusive culture. Our paralegals are trusted members of the litigation team, and we invest in their growth and success. Here’s what sets us apart: Work alongside talented attorneys and legal professionals in a team-focused environmentBe part of a culture that prioritizes respect, transparency, and inclusionEnjoy hybrid work flexibility, supporting work-life balance and productivityAccess professional development through mentorship, training, and ongoing learningBenefit from a competitive billable hours bonus program that recognizes your contributions  What You’ll Do and Who You Are As a Paralegal at Tyson & Mendes, you’ll be a key player in supporting attorneys through every phase of litigation. You will assist with case management, draft and proofread legal documents, organize, review, and manage large volumes of records related to litigation, and assist with preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials.  You’ll leverage legal technology and case management tools to stay organized and streamline workflows in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We’re looking for a highly motivated paralegal with at least three years of experience in civil litigation, insurance defense, or personal injury matters. You should be skilled in processing records and trial preparation, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.   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 linesIndependently obtain, review and organize medical records/medical billings, calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages and property damageWork as part of a team with all levels of experiencesRoutine communications with clients, experts, and attorneys about case status and preparation   Requirements Paralegal certificationMinimum of 3-5 years experience as a litigation paralegalExperience with litigation in the state of Illinois is highly encouragedSolid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)2-3 days/week in office (666 Dundee Road, Suite 303, Northbrook, IL 60062)High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook and Adobe AcrobatAbility to think and act independently and with minimal supervisionArticulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skillsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlinesProfessional appearance and demeanor  Compensation PackageHourly pay range of $30-$43/hour, depending on experienceOvertime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as neededParalegals are eligible for an annual bonus ranging from $250-$3,000Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-$1,700)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%Paid parental leave at base pay rate  Benefits  37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnoutEmployee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocateVacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rateInternal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals InitiativeFirm-wide charitable giving programNumerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleaguesWhy Tyson & Mendes? We are one of the country’s fastest growing civil defense firms. We have steadily and successfully made our mark as a trailblazer in the legal ecosphere. We are a progressive, dynamic and diverse firm that prides ourselves in breaking the mold upheld by the “traditional” law firm. Here, you will discover an exceptionally smart, deeply talented team, who have continuously made a profound impact on the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people. From Howell vs. Hamilton Meats, to our many trial wins, our mission every day is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients.In addition to our outstanding legal work, we take an innovative approach to law firm management that invests wholly in our employees.OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson & Mendes’ policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations – we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional.NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES OF TYSON & MENDES: Please take notice that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here. Follow along with the firm on Twitter and LinkedIn, or visit www.tysonmendes.com.No recruiters/agencies  Pay Range: $30 USD - $43 USD