Senior Counsel (Remote or Hybrid)

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Jacksonville, FL

8d•$150,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced Florida defense attorney to join a litigation team handling sophisticated, high-exposure matters throughout Central Florida. The position offers substantial case ownership and close collaboration with trial attorneys Holly Howanitz and Stefani Cogsdale, with exposure to case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, trial preparation, and trials. Matters include trucking and motor vehicle cases, premises liability, surgical and medical-related cases, and other complex liability litigation. The position may be remote, hybrid, or onsite. Orlando is described as an especially attractive location, and the team is connected to the Jacksonville office; constant travel is not expected. The role offers the resources, technology, training, and opportunities of a national litigation firm, as well as mentorship and opportunities to take on greater responsibility.

Requirements

Active Florida Bar license; the posting also states that candidates must be licensed in their state.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved school.
8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically including litigation support, depositions, and trial preparation.
Ability to manage full case-handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Experience with time-management systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Insurance defense experience is preferred; the posting also describes insurance defense experience as part of the ideal candidate's background.
Trial experience is highly valued.
Law Review or another demonstrated record of exceptional legal research and writing is particularly attractive.
5–8 years of litigation experience is described as ideal in one section of the posting, although the requirements section specifies 8+ years.

Responsibilities

Develop a case theme more compelling than a plaintiff's appeal to sympathy or anger.
Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
Manage all facets of discovery and trial, and move assignments and cases forward independently.
Communicate routinely with clients.
Work collaboratively with colleagues at all experience levels.
Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective firm clients.
Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.
Contribute high-quality legal writing, case strategy, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.

Benefits

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, 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.
Annual billable-hours bonus, starting at $10,000 and increasing by $7,500 for each additional tier.