Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes LLP

$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 the State of Washington
  • 3+ years of experience in insurance defense
  • 1-8 years of solid litigation experience, including trial preparation
  • Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments
  • Set a higher standard and challenge mediocrity
  • Independently manage court appearances 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 success

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
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Numerous social and off-site events each year
  • Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Full Job Description
Please note: An active bar license in the State of Washington 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 Washington
  • 3+ years of experience in insurance defense
  • 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
  • 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


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Pay Range

$100,000-$145,000 USD

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