Senior Counsel

The role

You will handle insurance defense litigation in San Diego, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motions, mediation, client counseling and trial preparation. The role also includes leading and mentoring less experienced attorneys.

What you will do

• Develop a compelling case theme
• 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 existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Refuse to accept mediocrity in anything

Required qualifications

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Licensed to practice 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 with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Nice to have

• Experience handling insurance defense matters

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Regular social and off-site events
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental and life coverage, with plans available at zero employee cost
• 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4-5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year
• Paid parental leave at base pay

Before you apply

• An active California Bar license is required
• No recruiters or agencies

About the company

Tyson & Mendes is a civil defense firm that describes itself as one of the fastest-growing in the country. It offers specialized training, clear paths to leadership, and professional development for its attorneys.