Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes

$160K — $190K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA approved school
  • Must be licensed in the State of California
  • 8+ years of solid litigation experience, particularly in deposition and trial preparation
  • Experience managing full case handling responsibilities including discovery and trial
  • Proficiency in MS Suite, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Outstanding listening and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop a compelling case theme to effectively counter plaintiff arguments
  • Set high standards for quality in all work produced
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and trials
  • Collaborate with team members at all experience levels
  • Maintain regular communication with clients
  • Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior attorneys

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage at zero employee cost
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
  • Paid parental leave
  • Monthly technology reimbursement
  • In-house training and leadership development programs
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Defined pathway to partnership
  • Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Social and off-site events for team building
  • Flexible work model options available
Full Job Description
Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.

As we continue our nationwide growth, we're seeking accomplished senior attorneys who bring courtroom confidence, leadership, and a passion for strategy. If you're 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. You're 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. We're ready for your best.

Responsibilities
  • Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger
  • Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything
  • Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
  • Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
  • Routine communications with clients
  • Cultivate relationships with the firm's existing and future clients
  • Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys


Requirements
  • JD from an ABA approved school
  • Must be licensed in the State of California
  • 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
  • Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
  • Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
  • Experience with time management systems
  • Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
  • Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor


Compensation Package
  • The base salary for this position ranges from $160,000-$190,000 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 colleague
  • Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available


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We're one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country-known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don't stop at great legal work-we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

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Pay Range

$160,000-$190,000 USD

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