Senior Counsel - Connecticut: Independent Trial Leader

Tyson & Mendes; Westport (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Model

Leadership development

Firm-provided CLEs

Bar license renewal fees

401(k) match

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes in Connecticut is seeking a Senior Counsel to lead complex defense matters with independence and strong trial experience. The role offers ownership of cases, direct client and carrier communications, and a pathway to leadership as our Connecticut practice expands.

Candidates should hold an active Connecticut Bar and preferably New York admission, have 8+ years of litigation experience, and be capable of managing discovery, depositions, briefs, and trials with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA approved school.
• Licensed in your state.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including discovery and trial prep.
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Independent thinking with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger.
• Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials.
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences.
• Routine communications with clients.
• Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients.
• Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys.

Skills

Trial experience

Independence

Client relations

Leadership

Education

JD/ABA accredited

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tyson & Mendes in Connecticut is seeking a Senior Counsel to lead complex defense matters with independence and strong trial experience. The role offers ownership of cases, direct client and carrier communications, and a pathway to leadership as our Connecticut practice expands.

Candidates should hold an active Connecticut Bar and preferably New York admission, have 8+ years of litigation experience, and be capable of managing discovery, depositions, briefs, and trials with minimal supervision.