Senior Counsel (Employment Defense)

Join Tyson & Mendes – Senior Counsel, Complex Trial Teams (Employment Defense) 

Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation 

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

At Tyson & Mendes, we don’t just litigate—we lead. As a national force in insurance defense and trial advocacy, we’re known for our bold mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts® and our results-driven approach to high-exposure litigation. We are expanding our Complex Trial Teams and seeking accomplished Senior Counsel with deep experience in employment defense to take a lead role in complex, high-stakes litigation. 

If you are a seasoned trial attorney who thrives on nuanced employment disputes, evolving workplace law, and the strategic demands of defending employers, this is your opportunity to shape the future of employment litigation. 

Why Tyson & Mendes? 

Lead with Impact – As Senior Counsel focused on employment matters, you’ll take ownership of high-value wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour cases—with full support from a firm built for trial success. 

Elite Training + Resources – From our Trial Academy to dedicated litigation support and legal tech, we equip you to lead confidently in and out of the courtroom. 

Stability + Momentum – Join a financially strong, nationally scaled firm with an agile, no-silos culture committed to long-term success for clients and attorneys alike. 

Authentic Inclusion – We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives. At Tyson & Mendes, inclusion is not just a value—it’s how we win. 

Flexible Work Options – Office, hybrid, or remote—we prioritize performance and results, not where you work. 

Who You Are 

You are a trial-tested litigator with extensive experience defending employers in complex civil litigation. You bring a deep understanding of employment law, including FEHA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, wage and hour regulations, and PAGA claims. You lead with confidence, communicate with clarity, and navigate sensitive, high-exposure issues with discretion and strategy. With a strong defense mindset and the ability to mentor and inspire legal teams, you’re ready to take the next step in your litigation career at a firm that values leadership, integrity, and results. 

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 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 

• Experience with time management systems 

• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook