Remote Senior Counsel - Insurance Defense

Senior Counsel (Landlord/Tenant - Remote)
Join Tyson & Mendes - Senior Counsel, Complex Trial Teams (Landlord-Tenant Litigation)

Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation

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

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 landlord-tenant litigation to take the lead on high-stakes, high-impact defense matters.

If you are a seasoned trial attorney who thrives on complex habitability claims, wrongful eviction disputes, and high-exposure premises liability cases, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of civil defense litigation.

As Senior Counsel handling landlord-tenant cases, you’ll take ownership of multi-party, high-value litigation with the full backing of a nationally respected trial firm.

Elite Training + Resources
From our Trial Academy to expert litigation support and proprietary defense strategies, we equip you with tools to lead with confidence.

Authentic Inclusion
Our culture of equity and respect supports your leadership from day one.

Flexible Work Options
In-office, hybrid, or remote—we focus on performance and outcomes, not location.

You are a trial-tested litigator with substantial experience defending property owners, insurers, and housing providers in landlord-tenant cases. You understand the complexities of habitability, mold exposure, wrongful eviction, tenant injury, and related claims. You thrive in complex, emotionally charged cases and have the clarity and confidence to guide clients through sensitive, high-stakes litigation. 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 throughHealthAdvocate

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

We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is 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. For more information on the Firm’s policies, please refer to the document provided here.

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