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.
Senior Counsel, California Insurance Defense Litigation
Tyson & Mendes seeks a Senior Counsel to defend insurers in complex civil litigation in California. The role covers trials, depositions, discovery, client relationships, and attorney leadership.
United States
California$160,000 – $190,000 / year
RemoteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneral CounselDescription
- Build case themes that counter plaintiff appeals to sympathy or anger
- Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently
- Oversee cases from discovery through trial preparation
- Collaborate with colleagues across experience levels
- Maintain regular communication with clients
- Build relationships with current and prospective clients
- Guide and mentor less experienced attorneys
- Lead high-exposure cases with independence and strategic judgment
Requirements
- Hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school
- Be licensed to practice in California
- Have at least 8 years of substantial litigation experience, including litigation support, depositions, and trial preparation
- Be able to manage all aspects of case handling, including discovery and trial work
- Insurance defense experience is preferred
- Have experience using time management systems
- Be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrate strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Benefits
- Annual bonus tied to billable hours, starting at $10,000, with $7,500 for each additional tier
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans available at no employee cost
- 401(k) match of 100% on the first 3% contributed and 50% on the next 4–5%
- After one year, full-time attorneys can receive $100–$200 per month toward student loan repayment or a 529 college savings plan
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- $60 monthly technology reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined path to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Regular social and off-site events
- Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options