Tyson & Mendes

Associate Attorney

Tyson & Mendes
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $115,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation management, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation, while maintaining professional communication and building client relationships. Proven ability to mentor junior attorneys and uphold high standards of excellence in legal practice.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Juris Doctor (JD)Active Bar License (California)Litigation ExperienceInsurance Defense ExperienceCritical Thinking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
  • Set a higher standard by challenging mediocrity and pushing for excellence
  • Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
  • Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
  • Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
  • Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys
  • Represent clients in insurance defense and civil litigation matters

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active bar license in the state of California
  • 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
  • Prior insurance defense experience preferred
  • Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, with $7,500 for every additional tier
  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage, 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 for full-time attorneys after one year, $100–$200/month
  • Paid parental leave at base pay
  • $60 monthly technology reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
  • Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
  • Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
  • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
  • Defined pathway to partnership
  • Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Numerous social and off-site events each year
  • Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

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Hard Skills
Case StrategyTrial PreparationDepositionsMotion PracticeLitigation Management
Soft Skills
Interpersonal CommunicationMentoringSelf-MotivationProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Litigation Timekeeping SystemsBilling SystemsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Bar License
Industry Keywords
Insurance DefenseCivil LitigationCourt AppearancesClient RelationshipsProfessional Demeanor