Senior Counsel (Law & Motion)

Senior Counsel – Law & Motion & Appellate Advocacy 

Shape the Law. Defend. Win. 

Florida Bar License Required 

At Tyson & Mendes, we’re leading the charge in insurance defense with bold trial strategies and a national reputation for stopping Nuclear Verdicts®. Our Law & Motion and Appellate Team plays a critical role in crafting the legal arguments that define trial outcomes and shape appellate case law. We’re looking for a seasoned legal writer and strategist to join our team and help drive the future of defense litigation. 

 

Why Tyson & Mendes? 

• Strategic Litigation at the Highest Level – Work on high-stakes motions and appeals that influence precedent, shape trial outcomes, and drive national conversations in insurance defense. 
• Elevate Your Expertise – Access mentoring, leadership opportunities, and ongoing legal training to sharpen your skills and grow your career. 
• Long-Term Stability, National Impact – Be part of a rapidly expanding, financially strong law firm with the resources to support complex litigation. 
• Inclusive, Purpose-Driven Culture – Join a firm that values diverse perspectives, equity in leadership, and a collaborative team-first mindset. 

 

What You’ll Do 

• Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, demurrers, and motions to dismiss
• Handle appellate matters from start to finish—including research, briefing, and oral argument—in state and federal courts
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to develop creative, cutting-edge defense strategies
• Collaborate with trial teams to ensure legal positioning is strong at every stage of litigation
• Monitor emerging case law and legal trends to influence the development of insurance defense precedent 

 

Who You Are 

You are a persuasive legal writer, deep thinker, and litigation strategist with at least eight years of experience in law & motion and appellate practice. You bring a mastery of procedural and substantive law, especially within insurance defense and complex civil litigation. You thrive on high-stakes work, have a proven track record of winning dispositive motions and appeals, and are passionate about influencing legal outcomes through precision and clarity. You’re ready to help shape the law—one motion at a time. 

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

• Law & Motion Practice: Prepare, draft, and argue a variety of motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgments, and other pre-trial and post-trial motions
• Appellate Briefs and Oral Arguments: Manage appellate cases from inception to resolution, including designating the record, drafting appellate briefs, preparing petitions, and presenting oral arguments when necessary
• Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research on relevant case law, statutes, and procedural rules to support motion practice and appellate work
• Case Analysis and Strategy: Collaborate with the litigation team to develop case strategies, identify key legal arguments, and prepare oppositions to motions filed by opposing counsel
• Collaboration with Clients and Colleagues: Work closely with colleagues to provide status updates, discuss case developments, and make recommendations based on legal findings
• Maintain Deadlines and Case Management: Ensure all court and case deadlines are met by effectively managing case files, schedules, and electronic records

 

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Florida, with eligibility to practice in federal courts preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience in insurance defense, law and motion, or appellate practice
• Proven success in drafting and arguing motions, particularly dispositive motions
• Demonstrated experience managing appe