Senior Counsel - Remote Trial Leader in Insurance Defense

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $160k–$190k per year

Annual billable bonus program

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Tech reimbursement

CLE programs

Bar license renewal fees

Flexible vacation policy

Path to partnership

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes, a leading California-based insurance defense and trial advocacy firm, seeks a senior attorney with substantial litigation leadership. Must hold a California bar license and bring 8+ years of trial-ready experience to high-exposure matters.

The role offers flexible work options (remote, hybrid, onsite) and a clear path to partnership, with a robust training culture and a focus on innovative defense strategies. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of defense practice.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA approved school.
• Must be licensed in the State of California.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation.
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
• Experience with time management systems.

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

Litigation experience

Courtroom presence

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an ABA-approved school

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Tyson & Mendes, a leading California-based insurance defense and trial advocacy firm, seeks a senior attorney with substantial litigation leadership. Must hold a California bar license and bring 8+ years of trial-ready experience to high-exposure matters.

The role offers flexible work options (remote, hybrid, onsite) and a clear path to partnership, with a robust training culture and a focus on innovative defense strategies. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of defense practice.