Tyson & Mendes
Tyson & Mendes
201 – 500 Employees
ConstructionConsultingInsurance
Tyson & Mendes is a nationwide civil litigation defense firm serving clients across insurance, construction, consulting, and other industries. Its attorneys handle matters involving automobile and autonomous vehicle liability, insurance coverage, casualty, commercial litigation, construction, employment, environmental torts, real estate, and professional liability. The firm develops defense strategies for complex, high-exposure claims, including so-called nuclear verdicts, with experience supporting businesses in sectors such as retail, hospitality, and the public sector. With offices throughout the United States, Tyson & Mendes also emphasizes professional development, education, diversity, and community involvement.

Associate Attorney - Pennsylvania Insurance Defense (Remote)

Join Tyson & Mendes as an Associate Attorney handling Pennsylvania insurance defense litigation remotely. Manage matters from discovery through trial while developing courtroom and client-management experience.

Description

  • Develop case files and litigation strategy
  • Oversee discovery and conduct depositions
  • Coordinate with experts and communicate with clients and insurance carriers
  • Handle motion practice and prepare cases for trial
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motions, and trials
  • Create effective case strategies and pursue favorable outcomes
  • Work with attorneys and staff across experience levels
  • Communicate with clients consistently and professionally
  • Strengthen relationships with current and prospective clients
  • Mentor and support junior attorneys
  • Represent clients in state and federal civil defense matters involving general liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, professional liability, construction defects, product liability, and auto or commercial transportation

Requirements

  • At least one year of recent insurance defense experience
  • Active Pennsylvania Bar admission is required
  • Dual admission in Pennsylvania and New Jersey is strongly preferred
  • Previous experience with legal billing
  • Ability to manage cases independently and keep them progressing
  • Strong writing, analytical, and communication abilities
  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
  • One to eight years of substantive litigation experience, including strategy development, depositions, and trial preparation
  • Ability to independently oversee a complete caseload from discovery through trial
  • Previous insurance defense experience is preferred
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing software
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Self-directed approach with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits

  • Annual billable-hours bonus beginning at $10,000, with $7,500 awarded for each additional tier
  • Health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, including plans available at no employee cost
  • 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4–5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings contribution of $100–$200 per month for full-time attorneys after one year
  • Paid parental leave at base salary
  • $60 monthly technology reimbursement
  • HealthAdvocate Employee Assistance Program
  • In-house training and leadership development programs
  • Firm-sponsored CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
  • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
  • Established path to partnership
  • Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Multiple social and off-site events throughout the year
  • Flexible work options, including remote, hybrid, and onsite arrangements

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