Director, Commercial Legal
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Associate Attorney
Tyson & Mendes
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $115,000 - $160,000 per year
Job Level
JuniorMid-Level
About the role
- Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
- Set a higher standard—challenge mediocrity and push for excellence in every aspect of your work
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
- Collaborate seamlessly 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, contributing to team growth and success
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar license in the state of California
- 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
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred
- 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
Benefits
- Transparent, performance-based bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
- Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage (many options at no cost to employees)
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full time attorneys)
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Active diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-sponsored charitable giving and volunteer programs
- Frequent social events and off-site gatherings to build team connection
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through HealthAdvocate
- Access to Maven family support resources via Blue Shield
- Office, home, or hybrid—flexible arrangements designed around performance and balance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
litigationcase strategydepositionstrial preparationdiscoveryinsurance defenselitigation timekeepingbilling systems
Soft skills
critical thinkingproblem-solvingcommunicationmentoringrelationship buildingteam collaborationself-motivation
Certifications
Juris Doctor (JD)active bar license
