Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes LLP•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$160,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join its Los Angeles team. The role focuses on insurance defense and sophisticated civil litigation, with opportunities to lead matters from strategy through resolution, build client and carrier relationships, mentor attorneys, and contribute to the team’s future leadership. The Los Angeles practice operates primarily remotely, with attorneys coming together as needed for court appearances, trial preparation, client needs, and team events. Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options are available. Matters may include catastrophic injury, wrongful death, general and premises liability, transportation and trucking, construction-related litigation, hospitality, medical malpractice, habitability, and multiparty litigation. The position offers opportunities for courtroom advocacy and trial work, professional development, leadership, and a defined pathway to partnership.

Requirements

At least 8 years of insurance defense or civil litigation experience.
Active license to practice law in California; the posting also states that applicants must be licensed in their state.
Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved school.
Significant case management and litigation experience, including litigation support, depositions, and trial preparation.
Ability to manage full case-handling responsibilities, including all aspects of discovery and trial.
Strong deposition, mediation, and motion practice experience.
Established client and carrier communication skills.
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision and move sophisticated matters forward proactively.
Experience with time management systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Accountability, sound judgment, and interest in mentoring and leadership.

Nice To Haves

Trial experience is strongly preferred and highly valued.
Experience handling insurance defense matters is preferred.
Interest in partnership, team leadership, mentoring attorneys, business development, strengthening client relationships, or building a practice.

Responsibilities

Develop compelling case themes.
Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
Manage cases from strategy through resolution, including discovery and trial preparation.
Conduct depositions, mediations, and motion practice.
Communicate routinely with clients and carriers and cultivate relationships with existing and future clients.
Contribute to litigation strategy and manage sophisticated matters independently.
Mentor less experienced attorneys and provide them with leadership and direction.
Work collaboratively with colleagues at all experience levels.
Prepare for trial and advocate in court.

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, 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.
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options.
Annual billable-hours bonus, starting at $10,000 and increasing by $7,500 for each additional tier.