Associate Attorney- Insurance Defense - Remote

Associate Attorney | Insurance Defense | Pennsylvania | Remote Ready to Do More Than Just Work on Someone Else’s Cases?
Tyson & Mendes is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of insurance defense experience to join our growing Philadelphia team.
This is a remote opportunity for an attorney who already understands the fundamentals of insurance defense and is ready for more: more case ownership, more substantive litigation experience, more client interaction, and more opportunity to develop as a litigator.
Get Real Litigation Experience, Early!
On Chris Kelly’s teams, we keep case staffing lean, typically with only two attorneys assigned to a file. The goal is simple: give you meaningful litigation experience sooner rather than later.
Build a Broad Litigation Practice
Our Philadelphia office handles sophisticated civil defense matters in both state and federal courts, giving attorneys exposure to a wide range of litigation. Medical malpractice

~ Auto and commercial transportation matters

It's an opportunity to build a strong litigation foundation without being confined to one narrow practice area. Philadelphia Co-Managing Partner Christopher Kelly brings decades of experience across general liability, professional and product liability, construction, trucking, employment, commercial litigation, insurance coverage and other complex defense matters. His leadership style is relaxed and easygoing , with an expectation that attorneys take responsibility for their work, communicate, and keep their cases moving. You'll have experienced attorneys around you when you need them—without someone looking over your shoulder every step of the way.
Remote Doesn't Mean Disconnected
This position is remote , with no regular in-office requirement for Chris's group. The Philadelphia office is a collegial group that pitches in and helps one another. Prior billing experience

~ If you're early in your insurance defense career and ready for real responsibility, broad litigation experience, experienced leadership, flexibility, and a team that will give you room to grow , we'd like to meet you.
Work remotely. Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
Collaborate seamlessly with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys, contributing to team growth and success
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• 1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• 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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