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Senior Trial Counsel – Construction Defect Litigation
Lead. Defend. Win.
California Bar License Required
At Tyson & Mendes, we are redefining insurance defense and trial advocacy with industry-leading strategies, including our commitment to stopping Nuclear Verdicts®. As a rapidly growing national firm, we provide exceptional legal representation to the top property and casualty insurers and Fortune 500 companies. Our culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous innovation empowers attorneys to sharpen their trial skills and make a real impact.
Why Tyson & Mendes?
✔ Elite Trial Experience – Work with top litigators on high-exposure construction defect cases.
✔ Growth & Stability – Join a firm with a proven track record of success and expansion.
✔ Career Development – Receive hands-on trial training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
✔ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Be part of a firm dedicated to fostering diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Trial Counsel with a strong background in construction defect litigation. This role is ideal for a seasoned trial attorney who thrives in high-stakes litigation and is ready to lead trial teams, develop case strategies, and deliver winning results.
What You’ll Do:
- Handle high-stakes construction defect cases from inception to resolution.
- Serve as lead trial counsel in complex litigation matters.
- Develop and execute strategic defense approaches to protect clients from Nuclear Verdicts®.
- Mentor and collaborate with litigation teams, ensuring strong case strategy and execution.
- Provide strategic legal counsel to clients, maintaining strong relationships and trust.
Work Where You Thrive
Remote – Work from home with availability for in-person appearances.
Hybrid – Split time between remote and office work.
In-Office – Join a collaborative, high-energy trial team environment.
Who You Are
8+ years of trial experience in construction defect and insurance defense litigation.
Proven courtroom success, with a strong track record in complex litigation.
Exceptional case management skills, handling high-exposure matters.
Passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of trial attorneys.
Strategic thinker and persuasive advocate, ready to set new industry standards.
Join a firm that’s shaping the future of insurance defense. Apply today!
- Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger
- Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
- Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
- Routine communications with clients
- Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
- Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in your state
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- 3+ years of construction defect experience
- 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 and with minimal supervision
- Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)
- Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys
- 401K matching
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Internal education and leadership development programs
- Pathway to partnership for attorneys
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield
Pay Range
$150,000 - $190,000 USD
- $150,000 - $190,000
