Senior Lemon Law Counsel - Remote & High-Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Technology reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Training & leadership development

Bar license renewal fees covered

Flexible vacation policy

Path to partnership

Diversity & inclusion programs

Company events

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options

Job summary

Tyson & Mendes, a leading national civil defense firm, seeks a California-licensed Senior Counsel with strong Lemon Law defense experience to represent manufacturers and corporate clients across California. You will handle Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act matters from strategy through discovery and trial, collaborating with a top-tier team.

The role emphasizes leadership, negotiation, and an ability to manage high-stakes cases, supported by extensive training, resources, and a flexible work

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active California license is required.
• 8+ years of substantial litigation experience.
• 5+ years handling Lemon Law defense matters.
• 2+ years of CRLA, tenant advocacy, or housing litigation experience.
• 2+ years of General Liability defense experience.
• Ability to manage full case handling from discovery to trial.
• Strong MS Office skills with excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials.
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experience.
• 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

Lemon Law defense

Litigation

Case management

Discovery & trial prep

Deposition experience

CRLA housing litigation

General liability defense

MS Office

Communication

Independent work

Education

JD from ABA-approved school

Job description

Tyson & Mendes, a leading national civil defense firm, seeks a California-licensed Senior Counsel with strong Lemon Law defense experience to represent manufacturers and corporate clients across California. You will handle Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act matters from strategy through discovery and trial, collaborating with a top-tier team.

The role emphasizes leadership, negotiation, and an ability to manage high-stakes cases, supported by extensive training, resources, and a flexible work