Senior Counsel (General Liability/Coverage)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•San Diego, CA

4d•$160,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced California attorney for a senior counsel role focused on general liability insurance defense litigation and insurance coverage matters. The position involves independently handling high-exposure cases, including court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, while developing strategies to counter plaintiff arguments based on sympathy or anger. The attorney will communicate with clients, cultivate client relationships, collaborate across experience levels, and lead and mentor junior attorneys. The role offers remote, hybrid, or onsite work options and emphasizes autonomy, professional development, and leadership.

Requirements

JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active bar license in California.
At least 8 years of litigation experience, specifically in general liability insurance defense and insurance coverage matters.
Proven ability to manage full case responsibilities, including discovery and trial.
Strong experience handling insurance defense cases, particularly general liability and coverage issues.
Proficiency in time management systems.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to think independently and with minimal supervision.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

Develop compelling case themes and strategies that counter plaintiff arguments of sympathy or anger.
Maintain a high standard across all aspects of practice.
Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels.
Maintain routine communications with clients.
Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective clients.
Provide leadership and mentorship to junior attorneys.

Benefits

Annual billable-hours bonus, starting 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) 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 of $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.