Insurance Defense Associate Attorney — Hybrid in OC

Tyson & Mendes LLP; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes LLP in Costa Mesa, Orange County, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to join our California team. An active CA Bar license is required and insurance defense background is preferred, with opportunities to handle a broad spectrum of matters.

Our office emphasizes ownership, initiative, and growth, offering hybrid options and a supportive environment to advance litigation skills across discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active CA bar license required.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies and drive results.
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motions, and trials.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and carriers.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Civil litigation

Ownership mindset

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Tyson & Mendes LLP in Costa Mesa, Orange County, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to join our California team. An active CA Bar license is required and insurance defense background is preferred, with opportunities to handle a broad spectrum of matters.

Our office emphasizes ownership, initiative, and growth, offering hybrid options and a supportive environment to advance litigation skills across discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation.