Tyson & Mendes
Overview
Join Tyson & Mendes – Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation. We are a national litigation firm known for our cutting-edge approach and bold mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts. We seek accomplished senior attorneys with courtroom confidence, leadership, and a passion for strategy to join our nationwide growth.
Active bar license in the State of California is required.
We offer a flexible, performance-focused work environment with autonomy and opportunities to lead high-exposure cases.
Why Tyson & Mendes?
Lead with Purpose
– Senior counsel voice matters; you will shape outcomes with autonomy and trust.
Growth Built In
– National trial academy, executive-level development, and a culture of internal promotion.
Stability + Agility
– National reach, financial strength, collaborative culture.
Inclusive by Design
– Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a practice driving innovation.
Flexible, Performance-Focused Work
– Office, hybrid, or remote; outcomes over facetime.
Who You Are You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected for strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You thrive on complex cases, think several moves ahead, and turn legal challenges into opportunities. You have experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence. You are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients.
Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We’re ready for your best.
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 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.
Requirements
JD from an ABA-approved law school.
Must be licensed in the State of California.
8+ years of solid litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation.
Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
Experience with time management systems.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Benefits
Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee).
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings program for attorneys.
401K matching.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
Internal education and leadership development programs.
Pathway to partnership for attorneys.
Internal diversity and inclusion programs (e.g., Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative).
Firm-wide charitable giving program.
Numerous social and off-site events to engage with colleagues.
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield.
About Tyson & Mendes We are one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country, delivering exceptional results across landmark cases and defense verdicts. We invest in our people through specialized training, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development to help attorneys grow their careers and leadership.
Equal Opportunity Employer Notice: Tyson & Mendes is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES: Please note that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here.
No recruiters/agencies.
Pay Range: $160,000—$190,000 USD
Job postings for related roles are shown for reference only.
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Active bar license in the State of California is required.
We offer a flexible, performance-focused work environment with autonomy and opportunities to lead high-exposure cases.
Why Tyson & Mendes?
Lead with Purpose
– Senior counsel voice matters; you will shape outcomes with autonomy and trust.
Growth Built In
– National trial academy, executive-level development, and a culture of internal promotion.
Stability + Agility
– National reach, financial strength, collaborative culture.
Inclusive by Design
– Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a practice driving innovation.
Flexible, Performance-Focused Work
– Office, hybrid, or remote; outcomes over facetime.
Who You Are You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected for strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You thrive on complex cases, think several moves ahead, and turn legal challenges into opportunities. You have experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence. You are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients.
Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We’re ready for your best.
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 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.
Requirements
JD from an ABA-approved law school.
Must be licensed in the State of California.
8+ years of solid litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation.
Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
Experience with time management systems.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Benefits
Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee).
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings program for attorneys.
401K matching.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
Internal education and leadership development programs.
Pathway to partnership for attorneys.
Internal diversity and inclusion programs (e.g., Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative).
Firm-wide charitable giving program.
Numerous social and off-site events to engage with colleagues.
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield.
About Tyson & Mendes We are one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country, delivering exceptional results across landmark cases and defense verdicts. We invest in our people through specialized training, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development to help attorneys grow their careers and leadership.
Equal Opportunity Employer Notice: Tyson & Mendes is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES: Please note that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here.
No recruiters/agencies.
Pay Range: $160,000—$190,000 USD
Job postings for related roles are shown for reference only.
#J-18808-Ljbffr