Senior Counsel, Complex Trial - Insurance Defense (Remote)

Tyson & Mendes; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Flexible vacation policy

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Student loan repayment assistance

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a Senior Counsel in Costa Mesa, California, to lead complex trials in insurance defense. The successful candidate will have over 8 years of experience, with a strong background in catastrophic injury and high-stakes litigation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary ranging from $160,000 to $190,000, bonus incentives, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work model.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation focused on complex trial work.
• Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex trials representing clients in high-exposure cases.
• Develop and execute case strategies including risk assessment and trial preparation.
• Oversee all stages of litigation from pleadings to settlement negotiations.

Skills

Trial advocacy

Complex litigation management

Client relationship management

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Negotiation skills

E-discovery tools

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in California

Job description

Tyson & Mendes is seeking a Senior Counsel in Costa Mesa, California, to lead complex trials in insurance defense. The successful candidate will have over 8 years of experience, with a strong background in catastrophic injury and high-stakes litigation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary ranging from $160,000 to $190,000, bonus incentives, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work model.