Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes
San Diego, CA
Category Insurance
Job Description
Role Overview

Join Tyson & Mendes as an experienced Senior Counsel to handle complex insurance defense matters, mentor others, and take ownership of sophisticated cases. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, and opportunities for leadership and partnership.

What You Will Do

As Senior Counsel, you'll independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, and work as part of a team with all levels of experience. You'll cultivate relationships with clients, provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys, and develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is ideal for experienced attorneys who want to use their skills, take ownership of their work, and pursue leadership and partnership opportunities. The firm offers a highly flexible, primarily remote work environment, comprehensive benefits coverage, and a defined pathway to partnership.

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

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 relationships with colleagues
  • Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
  • Paid parental leave at base pay
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month)
  • 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
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