Senior Counsel (Landlord/Tenant)

Tyson & Mendes•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced litigator to join their Los Angeles practice, focusing on landlord tenant, habitability, and general liability litigation. This role offers an opportunity to build expertise in a growing area of California law, take ownership of cases, and work with a partner dedicated to mentoring attorneys. The position involves handling habitability claims, landlord tenant disputes, premises liability, general negligence, and personal injury matters. While landlord tenant or habitability experience is valuable, attorneys from plaintiff backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The firm utilizes a modern approach to litigation, including the APEX methodology and AI-enabled legal technology, to support attorneys in working strategically and efficiently.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
Experience in landlord tenant litigation, habitability, real estate litigation, premises liability, general liability, personal injury, or related civil litigation is particularly valuable.
Insurance defense experience is helpful, including familiarity with carrier relationships and billing requirements, but it is not required.

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 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

Benefits

Annual billable hours bonus
Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, 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 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm)
$100-$200/month Paid parental leave at base pay
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Comprehensive 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, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Firm-wide charitable giving program
Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues