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Senior Counsel

Tyson & Mendes • Scottsdale, AZ, US
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Join Tyson & Mendes – Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation

Please note : An active bar license in the State of Arizona is required.

At Tyson & Mendes, we're more than a national litigation firm—we're a force for change in insurance defense and trial advocacy. Known for our cutting-edge approach and bold mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts, we set the standard for results-driven representation across the country.

As we continue our nationwide growth, we're seeking accomplished senior attorneys who bring courtroom confidence, leadership, and a passion for strategy. If you're ready to make a lasting impact on clients, cases, and the legal industry, this is your moment.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

  • Lead with Purpose – Step into a senior role where your voice matters and your decisions shape outcomes. We empower our senior counsel with autonomy, trust, and the tools to lead high-exposure cases.
  • Growth Built In – With our nationally recognized trial academy, ongoing executive-level development, and a firm culture that promotes from within, your next step forward is already in motion.
  • Stability + Agility – Join a firm with national reach, financial strength, and a collaborative, no-silos mindset. We move with purpose—and you won't get lost in the shuffle.
  • Inclusive by Design – Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is more than a policy—it's a practice that drives innovation, strengthens teams, and delivers better results.
  • Flexible, Performance-Focused Work – Office, hybrid, or remote—we value outcomes over facetime. Your work style should support your best work.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected by clients and colleagues for your strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You're driven to defend justice with courage, precision, and professionalism. 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.

Make Your Move

Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We're ready for your best.

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
  • 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
  • Requirements

  • 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
  • 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
  • Benefits

  • 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
  • About Tyson & Mendes

    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 to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

    We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

    Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

    Tyson & Mendes' policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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