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 Insurance Defense Attorney - California Remote
Join Tyson & Mendes as an Associate Attorney handling insurance defense litigation remotely from California. Manage matters through trial, serve clients, and support the development of junior attorneys.
United States
California$115,000 – $160,000 / year
RemoteFull-timeJuniorMiddleEnglish RequiredAttorneyDescription
- Build persuasive case strategies that address emotional arguments and support favorable outcomes
- Pursue high standards and continuous excellence across all aspects of the work
- Handle court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials independently
- Work effectively with attorneys and staff across experience levels
- Communicate with clients consistently and professionally
- Develop relationships with current and prospective clients
- Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to the growth and success of the team
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active California bar license
- One to eight years of substantive litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
- Capacity to manage a complete caseload independently from discovery through trial
- Insurance defense experience is preferred
- Working knowledge of litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Self-directed approach with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Professional appearance and conduct
Benefits
- Annual billable-hours bonus beginning at $10,000, with $7,500 awarded for each additional tier
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans, including options with no employee cost
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4% to 5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings contribution of $100 to $200 per month for full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- HealthAdvocate Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training and leadership development programs
- Firm-sponsored CLE programs and payment of bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Established pathway to partnership
- Firm diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Annual social and off-site events
- Flexible work options including remote, hybrid, and onsite arrangements