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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 14 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 a Senior Counsel at Tyson & Mendes, you will lead high-exposure insurance defense cases, developing compelling case themes and managing litigation teams. Your role will involve independently handling court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials while cultivating client relationships and mentoring junior attorneys. The firm emphasizes a collaborative environment and offers flexibility in work style, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional value to clients.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- 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 bar license in the State of California
- JD from an ABA approved school
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Nice to have
- Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
- Experience with time management systems
- Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
What you get
- Base salary ranging from $160,000-$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then 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 the firm's litigation technology stack or tools used
- The role requires a strong defense mindset and experience in high-stakes litigation, which may not suit all candidates
- The firm emphasizes a culture of autonomy and leadership, which may require a proactive approach from candidates
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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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