Tyson & Mendes LLP

Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes LLP · San Diego, CA

Posted 21 days ago · $115,000-160,000

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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

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About this role

As an Associate Attorney at Tyson & Mendes, you will develop case strategies, manage court appearances, and collaborate with colleagues to drive results in insurance defense litigation. You will independently handle a full caseload from discovery to trial while maintaining professional communication with clients and mentoring junior attorneys. The role emphasizes a commitment to excellence and innovation in legal practice.

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

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What you need

  • Active bar license in the State of CA
  • 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
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities

Nice to have

  • Prior insurance defense experience
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
  • Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

What you get

  • Base salary ranging from $115,000-160,000 annually
  • Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage with plans available at zero employee cost
  • 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan after one year
  • Paid parental leave at base pay

Worth weighing

  • No specific details on the firm's case types or clients mentioned
  • The role may involve high-pressure situations typical of litigation work
  • The salary range is dependent on experience and qualifications, which may vary widely among candidates

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