Associate Attorney

The role

This Associate Attorney will handle sophisticated civil defense matters including catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, and commercial litigation. You will perform discovery, depositions, motion practice, case evaluation, and trial preparation.

What you will do

• Develop compelling case strategies
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys

Required qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active bar license in the state of Colorado
• 2+ years insurance defense experience
• 1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Nice to have

• Insurance defense experience involving general liability, trucking and transportation, construction defect, premises liability, personal injury, professional liability, or related civil defense matter

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits coverage including plans available at zero employee cost
• 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the following 4-5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan $100-$200/month after one year
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• In-house training and leadership development opportunities
• Firm Provided CLE Programs and Paid Bar License Renewal Fees
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs
• Firm-wide charitable giving program

About the company

Tyson & Mendes is one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country. The firm invests in its people with specialized training and clear paths to leadership.