Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Billable hours bonuses

401(k) match

Student loan repayment assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join their team. The role involves independently handling court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, developing compelling case themes, and mentoring junior attorneys.

Candidates must have a JD from an ABA-approved law school, an active Florida Bar license, and at least eight years of solid litigation experience, with insurance defense experience preferred.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-approved law school and an active Florida Bar license.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including depo, court appearances and trials.
• Insurance defense experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently handling court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials.
• Develop compelling case themes and strategies.
• Mentor and supervise junior attorneys.

Skills

Litigation experience

Court appearances

Depositions

Trial preparation

Mentoring juniors

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-approved law school

Active Florida Bar license

Job description

This opportunity was posted more than 30 days ago and no application deadline was provided. You can explore active listings below.

jobs Verified: 21 May 2026 Fort Lauderdale, FL (Remote/Hybrid/Onsite options available)

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JD from an ABA-approved school, active Florida Bar license, and 8+ years of solid litigation experience.

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Title: Senior Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Tyson & Mendes
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Flexible: Remote, Hybrid, or Onsite)
Eligibility: JD from an ABA-approved law school, active Florida Bar license, and 8+ years of solid litigation experience (specifically litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation). Experience in insurance defense is preferred.
Salary/Compensation: $150,000 - $190,000 USD annually (plus eligibility for billable hours bonuses, 401(k) match, student loan repayment assistance, and comprehensive benefits).
Deadline: Not specified
Description: Tyson & Mendes is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join their team in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The role involves independently handling court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, developing compelling case themes, and mentoring junior attorneys. The firm offers a highly flexible work model (remote, hybrid, or onsite) and robust professional development opportunities.