Senior Counsel – Landlord/Tenant

Tyson & Mendes

. Develop compelling case themes .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive litigation experience with a focus on case management, trial preparation, and client communication. Proficient in handling landlord-tenant disputes, personal injury, and civil litigation while providing leadership to junior attorneys.

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JD From An ABA Approved SchoolActive California Bar License8+ Years Of Litigation ExperienceFull Case Handling ResponsibilitiesOutstanding Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Litigation SupportTrial PreparationDiscovery ManagementDeposition HandlingInsurance Defense MattersLandlord-Tenant LitigationHabitability ClaimsPremises LiabilityPersonal InjuryCivil Litigation

Soft Skills

LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementTeam CollaborationIndependent ThinkingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

MS SuiteWordPowerPointOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Active California Bar License

Industry Keywords

Civil LitigationGeneral NegligenceReal Estate LitigationPlaintiff-Side LitigationDefense-Side Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop compelling case themes
Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
Manage full case handling, including all facets of discovery and trial
Handle habitability claims, landlord-tenant disputes, premises-related issues, general negligence, personal injury, and other civil litigation
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
Participate in weekly case and strategy meetings
Engage in individual case strategy discussions and coordinate with support staff
Take ownership of cases and develop trial skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an ABA approved school
Active California Bar license; must be licensed in the State of California
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
Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred, but not required
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
Experience in landlord-tenant litigation, habitability, real estate litigation, premises liability, general liability, personal injury, or related civil litigation particularly valuable
Plaintiff-side litigation experience accepted; defense-side experience is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost
401(k) program 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 with the firm
Paid parental leave at base pay
Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
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
Social and off-site events
Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available