Remote Senior Counsel - Insurance Defense

Join Tyson & Mendes - Advance Your Career in Insurance Defense
Dallas, Texas | Senior Counsel | 8+ Years of Insurance Defense Experience
At Tyson & Mendes, we're building teams of accomplished attorneys who want to do exceptional work, collaborate with talented colleagues, and become the next generation of leaders.
Our Dallas office is seeking Senior Counsel attorneys with 8+ years of insurance defense experience who are ready to take their careers to the next level.
Whether your goal is to strengthen your trial practice, mentor developing attorneys, or pursue a future leadership or partnership opportunity, we offer the resources and support to help you grow.
Our Dallas office represents clients throughout Texas in complex state and federal litigation, including trucking and transportation, premises liability, products liability, catastrophic injury, and complex casualty matters.
The office is led by Thera Cooper , Dallas Branch Office Managing Partner , with regional leadership from Scott Ruksakiati , Midwest & Central Regional Managing Partner .
Thera brings extensive experience in complex litigation, trial advocacy, and appeals, including commercial disputes, catastrophic personal injury, construction litigation, and products liability. We are seeking experienced attorneys who can contribute immediately, support their colleagues, and help strengthen the team's continued growth.
Lead Complex Litigation: Take ownership of sophisticated, high-exposure cases, develop defense strategies, and guide matters from inception through resolution.
Pathways to Leadership & Partnership: Explore merit-based opportunities for advancement, including leadership development, mentorship, and potential partnership.
Exceptional Resources & Trial Training: Access national resources, advanced trial training, and innovative strategies focused on stopping Nuclear Verdicts®.
National Strength, Local Connection: Enjoy the resources and stability of a national litigation firm while maintaining the close professional relationships of a collaborative local team.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid or remote opportunities may be available based on position requirements, team needs, and performance.
8+ years of insurance defense litigation experience required.

• Significant experience in general liability, premises liability, transportation, products liability, construction, or complex casualty litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Strong experience conducting depositions, handling discovery, drafting and arguing substantive motions, and developing litigation strategies.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• At Tyson & Mendes, we recognize that experienced attorneys bring more than legal knowledge. We're looking for Senior Counsel attorneys who want to make a meaningful impact today while building toward future leadership opportunities.

Apply today and help shape the future of insurance defense at Tyson & Mendes.
8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation

• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Attorneys are eligible for an annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier

Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700-$1,700)
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month
Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
Defined pathway to partnership
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

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