Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes LLP

$150K — $175K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active bar license in the State of Georgia
  • JD from an ABA-approved school
  • 8+ years of solid litigation experience
  • Proficient in case management and trial preparation
  • Outstanding communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop compelling case themes to counteract plaintiff tactics
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and trials
  • Communicate routinely with clients to provide updates
  • Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships
  • Lead and mentor junior attorneys in their development
  • Collaborate with a diverse team across all experience levels

Benefits

  • Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development
  • Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar renewal fees
  • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
  • Defined pathway to partnership opportunities
  • Diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives
Full Job Description
Please note: An active bar license in the State of Georgia is required. As we continue our nationwide growth, we9re seeking accomplished senior attorneys who bring courtroom confidence, leadership, and a passion for strategy. If you9re ready to make a lasting impact on clients, cases, and the legal industry, this is your moment. Who You Are You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected by clients and colleagues for your strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You9re driven to defend justice with courage, precision, and professionalism. You thrive on complex cases, thinking several moves ahead, and turning legal challenges into opportunities. You bring proven experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence. Above all, you are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients. Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger-join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We9re ready for your best. Responsibilities 3Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger3Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything3Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials3Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences3Routine communications with clients3Cultivate relationships with the firm9s existing and future clients3Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys Requirements 3JD from an ABA approved school3Must be licensed in your state38+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation3Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial3Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred3Experience with time management systems3Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook3Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision3Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills3Professional appearance and demeanor Compensation Package 3The base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 - 175,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications3Attorneys are eligible for an annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier3Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700)3Employees 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%3Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month3Paid parental leave at base pay3Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60 Benefits 3Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate3Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities3Firm Provided CLE Programs and Paid Bar License Renewal Fees3Flexible vacation policy for attorneys3Defined pathway to partnership3Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women9s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative3Firm-wide charitable giving program3Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues3Flexible 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 $150,000-$175,000 USD

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