Litigation Paralegal (Records)

Records Paralegal – Join a Top Litigation Team!

Organize. Manage. Support.

📍 Hybrid Work Opportunities Available, requires three days in office

Are you a detail-oriented paralegal with expertise in records management and litigation support? Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in insurance defense and complex litigation, is seeking a highly organized and proactive legal professional to assist in handling, reviewing, and managing records for high-exposure cases. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoy working with critical case documentation, we want to hear from you!

Why Tyson & Mendes?

✔ Essential Role in Case Management – Play a key role in litigation strategy by ensuring records are efficiently managed and accessible for legal teams.
✔ Collaborative Legal Team – Work alongside attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals in a team-driven environment.
✔ Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy the balance of remote and in-office work to fit your lifestyle.
✔ Career Growth & Development – Access ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
✔ Billable Hour Bonus Program – Be recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

What You’ll Do:

• Organize, review, and manage large volumes of records related to litigation, including medical, employment, financial, and insurance records.
• Analyze and summarize records to support case development and trial preparation.
• Coordinate requests and retrieval of records from clients, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other sources.
• Prepare records for discovery and trial, ensuring compliance with court rules and legal procedures.
• Maintain detailed records databases and assist in document production and management.
• Work closely with attorneys, clients, and third parties to ensure timely and efficient record processing.
• Utilize case management software and legal technology to streamline workflows and enhance document organization.

Who You Are:

✅ 5+ years of experience as a paralegal or legal professional with a focus on records management and litigation support.
✅ Knowledge of legal discovery processes, HIPAA compliance, and confidentiality requirements.
✅ Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong analytical and document review skills.
✅ Excellent communication and coordination skills, able to liaise with external vendors and internal legal teams.
✅ Proficient in legal software, document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

📩 Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Apply today and become a vital part of our litigation team at Tyson & Mendes!

Responsibilities

• Ability to assist attorneys with retrieving necessary records.
• Independently obtain authorizations and request, follow up on, and organize records (medical, billing, etc.)
• Ability to manage trial preparation including: trial exhibits, charts, trial notebooks, and subpoenas
• Enter your billable time on a contemporaneous basis
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experience

 

Requirements

• Paralegal certification (preferred)
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal
• Ability to work in the New York office at least 3 days per week.
• Experience in the state of New York and Connecticut is highly encouraged
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules)
• High proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Outlook and Adobe Acrobat

  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 prog