Role OverviewJoin Tyson & Mendes as a Senior Counsel, where you'll lead with purpose, growth, and stability. You'll be part of a team that empowers senior counsel with autonomy, trust, and the tools to lead high-exposure cases. The role requires a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected by clients and colleagues for strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership.
What You Will Do
Develop a case theme, independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, and work as part of a team with all levels of experience. You'll also cultivate relationships with clients, provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys, and manage full case handling responsibilities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role is ideal for a seasoned litigator who thrives on complex cases, thinking several moves ahead, and turning legal challenges into opportunities. You'll have the autonomy to lead high-exposure cases, and the firm will provide you with the tools and support to succeed.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in your state
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
- Significant civil litigation and trial experience (first- or second-chair experience strongly preferred)
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Experience handling insurance defense matters (excess insurance space/commercial litigation experience preferred)
- Experience with time management systems
- Skilled in taking and defending expert depositions
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior attorneys and staff
- 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
- Spanish-speaking ability 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
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- 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%
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
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