Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes

. Develop compelling case themes .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive litigation experience with a focus on complex liability and wrongful death cases, while effectively managing case responsibilities and utilizing modern legal technology for case management. Exhibits strong leadership skills by mentoring less experienced attorneys and cultivating client relationships.

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JD From An ABA Approved SchoolActive Arizona Bar License8+ Years Of Litigation ExperienceExperience Handling Insurance Defense MattersProficiency In MS Suite

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Hard Skills

Litigation SupportDeposition PreparationTrial PreparationCase ManagementDiscovery Management

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsLeadershipMentoringRelationship BuildingIndependent Thinking

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS PowerPointMS OutlookTime Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Arizona Bar License

Industry Keywords

Catastrophic LiabilityComplex LiabilityWrongful DeathInsurance DefenseClient Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop compelling case themes
Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
Work as part of a team across experience levels
Communicate routinely with clients
Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
Take ownership of high-value, sophisticated litigation involving catastrophic and complex liability, wrongful death, and other significant matters
Strategize, mentor, collaborate, advise clients, and use modern legal technology to improve case management and billable-time capture

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an ABA approved school
Active Arizona Bar license required
8+ years of litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
Experience with time management systems
Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
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) with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan of $100–$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year
Paid parental leave at base pay
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
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 Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Firm-wide charitable giving program
Social and off-site events
Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available