tysonmendesllp

Senior Counsel

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At a Glance

Location
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Experience
8+ years
Compensation
for this position ranges from $150,000-$200,000 annually, depending on experi
Posted
2026-02-27T18:14:44-05:00

Key Requirements

Required Skills

PowerPoint

Domain Knowledge

  • Defense
  • Insurance
  • Legal

Requirements

You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected by clients and colleagues for your strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership.

You thrive on complex cases, thinking several moves ahead, and turning legal challenges into opportunities.

You bring proven experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence.

Above all, you are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients.

Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense.

We’re ready for your best.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Responsibilities

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

Routine communications with clients

Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients

Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys

About the Company

Click here to learn more about the Tyson & Mendes Office!

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We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like

Howell v. Hamilton Meats

to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.