Associate Attorney

2 weeks, 1 day ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Legal
Tyson & Mendes

Tyson & Mendes

Tyson & Mendes is a leading nationwide civil litigation firm specializing in defending insurers, corporations, and insureds. They are renowned for preventing Nuclear Verdicts® and providing exceptional defense services.

Insurance
251-1K
Founded 2002

Description

  • Develop case strategies focused on achieving favorable litigation outcomes.
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials.
  • Handle a full caseload from discovery through trial.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and staff across experience levels.
  • Maintain professional communication with clients.
  • Build relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Mentor and guide junior attorneys.
  • Maintain high standards of quality and performance in all work.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Active California bar license required.
  • 3+ years of insurance defense experience.
  • 1–8 years of litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation.
  • Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial.
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Prior insurance defense experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $115,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Annual billable-hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional tiered bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage, including zero-cost plan options.
  • 401(k) with 100% matching on the first 3% contributed and 50% matching on the following 4–5%.
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings contributions of $100–$200 per month after one year.
  • Paid parental leave, flexible vacation policy, and $60 monthly technology reimbursement.
  • Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.
  • Training, CLE programs, leadership development, partnership pathway, and paid bar license renewal fees.

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