Office Manager

Office Manager | Seattle, WA

Lead. Connect. Make an Impact.

Full-Time | In-Office | Downtown Seattle

Tyson & Mendes, a nationally recognized insurance defense litigation firm, is seeking an experienced, proactive Office Manager to join our Seattle team!

If you're a natural problem-solver who enjoys supporting people, keeping operations running smoothly, and making a meaningful impact, this is an opportunity to bring your leadership and organizational skills to a growing national law firm.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a professional, fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and enjoys being the person others can count on.

Be Part of a Team That Works Together and Celebrates Success

Our Seattle office represents clients throughout Washington in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including catastrophic injury and wrongful death, personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, professional liability, insurance coverage, bad faith, and other civil litigation.

Our team combines sophisticated litigation experience with a culture that is collaborative, professional, and fun .

We believe great teams are built through communication, mutual respect, and celebrating accomplishments together. From weekly team meetings where colleagues share wins, exchange ideas, and discuss best practices to opportunities to connect socially, our Seattle office values both teamwork and individual contributions.

As Office Manager, you'll play an important role in fostering that environment and helping our attorneys and legal professionals do their best work.

Work Alongside Accessible, Supportive Leadership

Our Seattle office is led by Sitar Bhatt, Branch Managing Partner , with regional leadership provided by Michael Drews, Northwest Regional Managing Partner .

Our leadership team values an open-door approach, meaningful communication, and empowering team members to take ownership of their work.

You'll work closely with attorneys, administrative professionals, and regional leadership to help ensure the office operates efficiently while maintaining a welcoming, organized, and supportive environment.

At Tyson & Mendes, strong office management is essential to the success of our litigation teams. Your perspective, initiative, and ability to bring people together will be valued.

Local Connection. National Resources.

You'll enjoy the close-knit environment of our Seattle office while benefiting from the resources, collaboration, and support of a national law firm.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships, anticipating needs, and finding practical solutions.

We value professionals who lead with confidence, communicate openly, and bring a positive, team-oriented approach to their work.

Make Your Mark in Seattle

This is a full-time, in-office position located in downtown Seattle at 600 Stewart Street, Suite 1500 .

We're looking for someone who enjoys being present, engaged, and actively involved in supporting a busy litigation office and its people.

If you're an experienced Office Manager who takes pride in creating an organized, collaborative, and successful workplace, we'd love to meet you!

Bring your leadership. Build connections. Make an impact.

Join Tyson & Mendes and become part of a team where your contributions matter and your leadership helps everyone succeed.

Responsibilities

Reports directly to and supports Administrative & Legal Services Director and the Seattle Managing Partner

Oversees support staff located in the Seattle office, including productivity management

Assists with implementing new policies and procedures in the Seattle office

Assists with the hiring process for support staff for the Seattle office

Assists with the onboarding process for all new hires in the Seattle office

Assists with training support staff as needed for the Seattle office

Attends meetings regularly with Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners

Assists with facility management for the Seattle office, including office moves as necessary

Assists with management of expense reconciliation for the Seattle office

Plans and coordinates quarterly events for the Seattle office alongside the Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Managing Partner

Handles HR issues with HR Director and Seattle Partners and Team Leaders

Administrative assignments from Administrative & Legal Services Director and Seattle Partners

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of previous management/leadership/human resources experience

Prior law firm experience as a legal assistant or paralegal

Able to work in the Seattle office 5 days a week

Reliability and discretion while handling confidential matters

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 base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 - 100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

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

About Tyson & Mendes

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We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

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