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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 will join the litigation team at Tyson & Mendes in Sacramento, working closely with Partner Bill Jenkins to gain meaningful litigation experience. Responsibilities include developing case strategies, managing court appearances, conducting depositions, and collaborating with colleagues. The role emphasizes mentorship and skill development in a supportive environment, allowing for increased independence as the attorney grows in their career.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- 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
- 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
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Nice to have
- Prior insurance defense experience
- 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
- Annual billable hours bonus
- Comprehensive benefits coverage with zero employee cost options
- 401(k) program with matching contributions
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
- Paid parental leave at base pay
Worth weighing
- The role emphasizes mentorship, which may be beneficial for early-career attorneys looking for guidance.
- The firm is described as one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms, indicating potential for career growth but also possible high expectations.
- No specific mention of the firm's culture beyond mentorship and support, which may vary by individual experience.
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Listed by Tyson & Mendes LLP on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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