Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Albuquerque, NM

11d•$140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an accomplished senior attorney to handle insurance defense and litigation matters in New Mexico. The role requires an active New Mexico bar license and involves independent responsibility for court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, as well as managing cases from discovery through trial. The Senior Counsel will develop case strategy, communicate with clients, cultivate client relationships, and provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys. The firm offers office, hybrid, and remote work options and emphasizes trial advocacy, professional development, and advancement within the firm.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school.
Active bar license in the State of New Mexico is required.
At least 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 Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling insurance defense matters.

Responsibilities

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 experience.
Communicate routinely with clients.
Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients.
Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.
Manage all facets of discovery and trial as part of full case handling responsibilities.

Benefits

Annual billable-hours bonus starting at $10,000, aggregating by $7,500 for each additional tier.
Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost; average annual employer contribution for health, vision, dental, and life coverage is $700–$1,700.
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 for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm, at $100–$200 per month.
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 throughout the year.
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.