Senior Counsel

1 day, 11 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
251-1K
Founded 2002

Description

  • Manage cases independently from strategy through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, expert work, trial preparation, and trial.
  • Handle court appearances, briefs, depositions, and trials.
  • Develop compelling case themes and litigation strategies.
  • Communicate routinely and proactively with clients and insurance carriers.
  • Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective firm clients.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and team members across experience levels.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to less experienced attorneys.
  • Manage deadlines, billing expectations, and overall case progress.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school.
  • Active license to practice law in California.
  • 8+ years of litigation experience, including litigation support, depositions, and trial preparation.
  • Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all aspects of discovery and trial.
  • Insurance defense experience preferred; experience in premises liability, professional liability, personal injury, catastrophic injury, construction, employment, or similar civil defense matters is also relevant.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage an active caseload.
  • Experience with time-management systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor and receptiveness to feedback.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $160,000–$190,000 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 plans available at zero employee cost.
  • 401(k) program 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 contributions of $100–$200 per month after one year.
  • Paid parental leave at base pay and flexible vacation policy.
  • Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.
  • Professional development, CLE programs, leadership training, paid bar license renewal fees, and a defined pathway to partnership.

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