Senior Defense Litigator — Remote Growth & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Model: Remote/Hybrid/On‑

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options

401(k) match

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Technology reimbursement

In-house training and leadership dev

CLE Programs and bar license renewal

Diversity and inclusion programs

Firm-wide charitable giving

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes LLP is seeking an experienced Florida defense attorney to join a busy litigation team handling sophisticated, high-exposure matters throughout Central Florida. You will work closely with two senior trial attorneys to gain exposure to case strategy, discovery, deposition, and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including insurance defense, with a strong legal writing background and a desire to grow under mentorship.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA approved school.
• Must be licensed in Florida.
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience.
• Experience with discovery and motion practice.
• Time management tools proficiency.
• MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Independent, proactive work style.
• Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is compelling and strategic.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys and support staff.
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.
• Maintain clear and proactive communications with clients.

Skills

Juris Doctor (JD)

Florida license

8+ years litigation

Discovery & trial prep

MS Office

Education

ABA-approved law school

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tyson & Mendes LLP is seeking an experienced Florida defense attorney to join a busy litigation team handling sophisticated, high-exposure matters throughout Central Florida. You will work closely with two senior trial attorneys to gain exposure to case strategy, discovery, deposition, and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including insurance defense, with a strong legal writing background and a desire to grow under mentorship.