Tyson & Mendes LLP

Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes LLP · Jersey City, NJ

Posted 21 days ago · $100,000-160,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
21 days
Tyson & Mendes LLP's roles stay open a median of 21 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
100% of Tyson & Mendes LLP's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Tyson & Mendes LLP
low
0 stale, 1 reposted of 73 open
Hiring momentum
281 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Tyson & Mendes LLP's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Tyson & Mendes LLP.

About this role

The Associate Attorney role at Tyson & Mendes in Jersey City, NJ involves handling complex litigation cases, including professional liability and medical malpractice. The position emphasizes gaining substantive experience through mentorship, managing cases independently, and developing case strategies. Associates will work closely with experienced attorneys and have opportunities for increased responsibility as they grow in their skills and judgment.

Our read on this posting4.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Active New Jersey Bar license
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • 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
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Nice to have

  • Prior insurance defense experience preferred
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems

What you get

  • Base salary ranging from $100,000-160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
  • Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost
  • 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
  • Paid parental leave at base pay

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of work-life balance or hours expectations
  • The role emphasizes a strong desire to learn and grow, which may require a proactive approach from candidates
  • The position is in a developing office, which may mean changing dynamics as the team grows

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