Senior Counsel

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Tyson & Mendes LLPInsurance Defense Law
Northern California, CAFull-TimeSenior
Salary160,000 - 190,000 USD per year
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Job Details

Experience
8+ years

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in California and eligibility to practice in federal courts
  • 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work
  • Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases
  • Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies
  • Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight
  • Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills
  • Strong client relationship management skills with an ability to communicate complex legal strategies effectively
  • Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred
  • Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software

Responsibilities

  • Lead Complex Trials: Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, including cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability
  • Case Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Client Advisement: Work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice, case assessments, and updates on case developments
  • Litigation Management: Oversee all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations
  • Courtroom Representation: Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations, presenting cases effectively and persuasively
  • Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with best practices
  • Collaboration with Experts: Collaborate with expert witnesses, including medical, forensic, engineering, and economic experts, to strengthen case arguments
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