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Tyson & Mendes LLP

Associate Attorney (Employment Defense)

Tyson & Mendes LLP · Fresno, 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

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

As an Associate Attorney specializing in Employment Defense at Tyson & Mendes, you will be responsible for developing case strategies, managing court appearances, and handling trials. You will work collaboratively with a team, mentor junior attorneys, and maintain client relationships while striving for excellence in litigation. This role offers hands-on experience in a flexible work environment with opportunities for career growth.

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

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Tyson & Mendes LLP as an employer.

What you need

  • Active California Bar License
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • 3–7 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
  • Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities

Nice to have

  • 2+ years employment defense experience strongly preferred
  • Prior insurance defense experience preferred
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

What you get

  • Base salary ranging from $115,000-$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 with 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 after one year
  • Paid parental leave at base pay

Worth weighing

  • Hybrid/remote work flexibility may not suit everyone
  • The role requires a strong preference for employment defense experience, which may limit candidates without this background
  • No specific mention of the firm's technology stack or tools used in litigation

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