Senior Counsel

1 day, 9 hours ago
Full-time
Lead
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
201-500
Founded 2002

Description

  • Own and develop strategy for complex civil defense matters from discovery through trial.
  • Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, substantive motions, mediations, and trials independently.
  • Develop compelling case themes and prepare matters for trial.
  • Communicate regularly with clients and insurance carriers.
  • Work with experts and collaborate with attorneys across experience levels.
  • Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective firm clients.
  • Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.

Requirements

  • JD from an ABA-approved law school.
  • Active Pennsylvania Bar license required; dual Pennsylvania and New Jersey admission strongly preferred.
  • 8+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
  • Experience independently managing all aspects of cases, including discovery and trial preparation.
  • Strong experience in discovery, depositions, mediation, motion practice, and litigation support.
  • Meaningful trial experience, including trials to verdict, second-chair work, or substantial pretrial/courtroom experience, strongly preferred.
  • Experience with general liability, premises liability, trucking/commercial auto, professional liability, construction, medical malpractice, or similar defense matters.
  • Strong client and carrier relationship-management and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Prior billing and time-management-system experience.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Annual billable-hours bonus starting at $10,000, with $7,500 for each additional tier.
  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage, including zero employee-cost plan options.
  • 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings contribution of $100–$200 per month after one year for full-time attorneys.
  • Paid parental leave at base pay and a $60 monthly technology reimbursement.
  • Flexible vacation policy and remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.
  • Firm-provided CLE programs, paid bar renewal fees, in-house training, leadership development, and a defined partnership path.

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