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Senior Counsel – Complex Trial
Tyson & MendesSenior Counsel for Complex Trial Teams at Tyson & Mendes. Leading high-stakes insurance defense trials in a remote capacity.
Posted 6/1/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases
- Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
- Work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice and updates
- Oversee all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations
- Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations
- Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff
- Collaborate with expert witnesses to strengthen case arguments
Requirements
What you’ll need- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in California and eligibility to practice in federal courts
- 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work
- Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight
- Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills
- Strong client relationship management skills
- Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred
- Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software
- Membership in local or national trial lawyer associations is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Comprehensive benefits coverage including plans available at zero employee cost
- 401(k) program with matching contributions
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
- Paid parental leave
- Monthly technology reimbursement
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Hard Skills & Tools
insurance defense litigationcivil proceduretort lawinsurance lawtrial strategiese-discoverycase management
Soft Skills
oral advocacylegal writingnegotiationclient relationship managementmentoringsupervision
Certifications
Juris Doctor (JD)active license to practice law in California