Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes

• $100K — $145K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active bar license in Texas
  • 1-8 years of litigation experience, including case strategy and trial preparation
  • Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery to trial
  • Prior insurance defense experience preferred
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop compelling case strategies that drive results
  • Challenge mediocrity and push for excellence in work
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and trials
  • Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
  • Maintain professional communication with clients
  • Build and nurture relationships with clients
  • Mentor junior attorneys to contribute to team growth

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits coverage with zero employee cost options
  • 401(k) with generous matching contributions
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
  • Paid parental leave at base pay
  • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
  • Defined pathway to partnership
  • In-house training and leadership development opportunities
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Flexible work model with remote, hybrid, or onsite options
Full Job Description
Please note: An active bar license in the State of Texas is required. Responsibilities • Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results • Set a higher standard-challenge mediocrity and push for excellence in every aspect of your work • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials • Collaborate seamlessly with attorneys and staff at all experience levels • Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients • Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients • Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success Requirements • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school • Active bar license in the state of Texas • 1-8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation • Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial • Prior insurance defense experience preferred • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint • Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities • Professional appearance and demeanor Compensation Package • The base salary for this position ranges from $100,000-145,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications • Attorneys are eligible for an annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier • Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700) • 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% • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month • Paid parental leave at base pay • Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60 Benefits • Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate • Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities • Firm Provided CLE Programs and Paid Bar License Renewal Fees • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys • Defined pathway to partnership • 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 • Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available Click here to learn more about the Tyson & Mendes Office! (944) The Tyson & Mendes Office - YouTube No recruiters/agencies #li-remote Pay Range $100,000-$145,000 USD

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