Senior Counsel

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A senior defense attorney must hold an active bar license in California.

Tyson & Mendes is a national litigation firm dedicated to innovation and bold results in insurance defense and trial advocacy. Our mission is to stop Nuclear Verdicts® and set the standard for results‑driven representation across the country.

Lead with Purpose – step into a senior role where your voice matters and your decisions shape outcomes. We empower senior counsel with autonomy, trust, and the tools to lead high‑exposure cases.

Growth Built In – our nationally recognized trial academy, ongoing executive‑level development, and a culture that promotes from within provide a clear advancement path.

Stability + Agility – a firm with national reach, financial strength, and a collaborative mindset that moves with purpose.

Inclusive by Design – diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation and strengthen teams.

Flexible, Performance‑Focused Work – outcomes over facetime; office, hybrid, or remote.

You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected for strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You thrive on complex cases, thinking several moves ahead, and turning challenges into opportunities. You manage litigation teams, mentor junior attorneys, and navigate high‑stakes matters with confidence. Above all, you are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients.

Apply today. We’re ready for your best.

• 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 experience
• Routine communications with clients
• Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys

• 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 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

• 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
• Employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
• 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

Tyson & Mendes is the fastest‑growing civil defense firm in the country, known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results,…