Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes LLP•San Antonio, TX

5d•$100,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is hiring an Associate Attorney to handle insurance-defense litigation and trial advocacy. The role is suited to a motivated, strategic litigator who is committed to client service, courtroom work, integrity, collaboration, and professional growth. Attorneys may work remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or onsite. The firm offers trial training, mentorship, leadership development, and pathways for advancement, including partnership. The attorney will manage cases from discovery through trial, develop defense strategies, conduct litigation activities independently, communicate with clients, and contribute to team development. An active Texas bar license is required. The position requires a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and 1–8 years of litigation experience. Prior insurance-defense experience is preferred. The stated base salary range is $100,000–$145,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Attorneys may also qualify for an annual billable-hours bonus. The firm describes benefits including health, vision, dental, and life coverage; a 401(k) matching program; student-loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan for full-time attorneys after one year; paid parental leave; technology reimbursement; an Employee Assistance Program; training and development; CLE programs and paid bar-license renewal fees; and a flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active bar license in Texas.
1–8 years of litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation.
Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial.
Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Self-motivation and strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Prior insurance-defense experience.

Responsibilities

Develop compelling case strategies that address emotional arguments and drive results.
Challenge mediocrity and pursue excellence in all aspects of work.
Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials.
Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels.
Maintain consistent, professional communication with clients.
Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients.
Mentor and guide junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success.

Benefits

Annual billable-hours bonus, beginning at $10,000 and increasing by $7,500 for each additional tier.
Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost.
401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
Student-loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan ($100–$200 per month) for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm.
Paid parental leave at base pay.
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.
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 pathway to partnership.
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
Firm-wide charitable giving program.
Social and off-site events.
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.