Senior Counsel

Overview

Join Tyson & Mendes – Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation

Active bar license in the State of California is required.

At Tyson & Mendes, we’re a national litigation firm focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. We aim to stop nuclear verdicts and set the standard for results-driven representation across the country. We’re seeking accomplished senior attorneys who bring courtroom confidence, leadership, and a passion for strategy to drive impact on clients and cases.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

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 tools to lead high-exposure cases.

Growth Built In – With our nationally recognized trial academy, ongoing executive-level development, and a culture that promotes from within, your next step forward is in motion.

Stability + Agility – National reach, financial strength, and a collaborative, no-silos mindset. We move with purpose, and you won’t get lost in the shuffle.

Inclusive by Design – Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is a practice that drives innovation, strengthens teams, and delivers better results.

Flexible, Performance-Focused Work – Office, hybrid, or remote—we value outcomes over facetime. Your work style should support your best work.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected for strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You thrive on complex cases, think several moves ahead, and convert legal challenges into opportunities. You have experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence. Above all, you are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients.

Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. 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 experiences
• 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
• Pathway to partnership for attorneys

• Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)
• Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys
• 401K matching
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Internal education and leadership development programs
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
• Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Tyson & Mendes LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.