Associate Attorney (Remote)

Tyson & Mendes LLP; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options

Competitive base salary

401(k) with matching

Student loan repayment assistance or

529 college savings plan

Paid parental leave

Technology reimbursement

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes LLP in Pennsylvania is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ year of insurance defense experience to join our growing Philadelphia team. This remote opportunity rewards ownership of cases, substantive litigation, and direct client interaction.

You'll handle discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation, with support from experienced leadership. A PA bar license is required and dual PA/NJ admission is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recent insurance defense experience.
• Active Pennsylvania bar license.
• Pennsylvania and New Jersey dual admission preferred.
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial.
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems.
• Strong written, analytical and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results.
• Set a higher standard—challenge mediocrity and push for excellence in every aspect of your work.
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials.
• Collaborate seamlessly with attorneys and staff at all experience levels.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation

Client communication

Deposition

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Associate Attorney | Insurance Defense | Pennsylvania | Remote

Ready to Do More Than Just Work on Someone Else's Cases? Tyson & Mendes is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of insurance defense experience to join our growing Philadelphia team. This is a remote opportunity for an attorney who already understands the fundamentals of insurance defense and is ready for more: more case ownership, more substantive litigation experience, more client interaction, and more opportunity to develop as a litigator.

Get Real Litigation Experience, Early!

On Chris Kelly's teams, we keep case staffing lean, typically with only two attorneys assigned to a file. That means associates aren't sitting on the sidelines. You'll have the opportunity to handle files, develop strategy, manage discovery, take depositions, work with experts, communicate with clients and carriers, handle motion practice, and prepare matters for trial. The goal is simple: give you meaningful litigation experience sooner rather than later.

Build a Broad Litigation Practice

Our Philadelphia office handles sophisticated civil defense matters in both state and federal courts, giving attorneys exposure to a wide range of litigation.

• General liability
• Premises liability
• Medical malpractice
• Professional liability
• Construction defect
• Product liability
• Auto and commercial transportation matters

It's an opportunity to build a strong litigation foundation without being confined to one narrow practice area.

Experienced Leadership Without the Micromanagement

Philadelphia Co‑Managing Partner Christopher Kelly brings decades of experience across general liability, professional and product liability, construction, trucking, employment, commercial litigation, insurance coverage and other complex defense matters.

His leadership style is relaxed and easygoing, with an expectation that attorneys take responsibility for their work, communicate, and keep their cases moving.

You’ll have experienced attorneys around you when you need them—without someone looking over your shoulder every step of the way.

Remote Doesn't Mean Disconnected

This position is remote, with no regular in‑office requirement for Chris's group.

What We're Looking For

• 1+ years of recent insurance defense experience
• Active Pennsylvania Bar license required
• Pennsylvania and New Jersey dual admission strongly preferred
• Prior billing experience
• Ability to independently handle and move files forward
• Strong written, analytical and communication skills
• Responsive, curious and committed to doing great work

Build Your Career From Wherever You Work Best.

If you're early in your insurance defense career and ready for real responsibility, broad litigation experience, experienced leadership, flexibility, and a team that will give you room to grow, we'd like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
• Set a higher standard—challenge mediocrity and push for excellence in every aspect of your work
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• Collaborate seamlessly with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Active bar license in the state of Pennsylvania
• 1-8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
• Prior insurance defense experience preferred
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Self‑motivated with strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Compensation Package

• The base salary for this position ranges from $100,000-160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Attorneys are eligible for an annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700)
• Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes 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
• Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Benefits

• 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
• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

About Tyson & Mendes

We're one of the fastest‑growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don't stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

It is Tyson & Mendes' policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors.

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