Senior Counsel – Lemon Law Litigation (Remote)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Southern California, CA, CA

10d•$160,000 - $190,000•Remote

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a California-licensed Senior Counsel to represent manufacturers and corporate clients in high-exposure Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, Lemon Law defense, and consumer litigation matters across California. The role involves managing complex cases from strategy through discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation, and contributing to the firm’s trial advocacy and defense work. Attorneys with consumer advocacy or CRLA backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. The firm describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and focused on strong litigation outcomes. It offers in-office, hybrid, and remote work options, specialized training and litigation support, and opportunities for leadership and professional development.

Requirements

JD from an ABA-approved school.
Active license with the State Bar of California.
8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation.
5+ years of litigation experience handling Lemon Law defense matters.
2+ years of CRLA, tenant advocacy, or housing litigation experience.
2+ years of General Liability defense experience.
Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision.
Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Experience with time management systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience representing manufacturers, automotive clients, or other product defendants is strongly valued.
Experience handling insurance defense matters is preferred.
Attorneys with consumer advocacy or CRLA backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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.
Communicate routinely with clients.
Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients.
Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys.
Manage cases from strategy through discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Benefits

Base salary of $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Annual billable-hours bonus starting at $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for every 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 for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm: $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.
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.