Senior Counsel

Full TimeRemoteTeam 201-500

Location

United States

Posted

5 days ago

Salary

Not specified

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

At Tyson & Mendes, we don’t just litigate—we lead. As a national force in insurance defense and trial advocacy, we’re known for our bold mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts® and our results-driven approach to high-exposure litigation. We are expanding our Complex Trial Teams and seeking accomplished Senior Counsel ready to make an impact in the courtroom and beyond. If you are an experienced trial lawyer who thrives on complex, high-stakes cases, values strategy over spectacle, and wants to be part of a team that is reshaping the future of civil defense—this is your opportunity. Lead Complex Trials: Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, including cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability. Case Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. Client Advisement: Work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice, case assessments, and updates on case developments. Litigation Management: Oversee all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations. Courtroom Representation: Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations, presenting cases effectively and persuasively. Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with best practices. Collaboration with Experts: Collaborate with expert witnesses, including medical, forensic, engineering, and economic experts, to strengthen case arguments.

Job Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in the State of California and eligibility to practice in federal courts.
  • 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work.
  • Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases.
  • Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies.
  • Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight.
  • Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills.
  • Strong client relationship management skills with an ability to communicate complex legal strategies effectively.
  • Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred.
  • Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software.
  • Membership in local or national trial lawyer associations is a plus.

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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