Senior Counsel (Remote Option)

Senior Counsel – Fresno, CA
Defend. Lead. Elevate Your Practice.
Active California Bar License Required
At Tyson & Mendes, we’re not just practicing insurance defense—we’re redefining it. As a national leader known for our innovative strategies and our mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts®, we handle high-exposure, complex litigation for top insurers and sophisticated clients across the country.
We are seeking a Senior Counsel to join our highly collaborative Fresno team, offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact cases including general liability, construction defect, toxic tort, and class action matters.
This is an ideal role for an experienced insurance defense attorney who wants challenging work, flexibility, and a team that truly partners together to win.
Why Tyson & Mendes?
Complex, High-Level Work
Handle sophisticated litigation, including class actions, construction defect, toxic tort, and high-exposure general liability matters.
Collaborative, Team-Driven Environment
Work alongside experienced trial attorneys in a culture that values partnership, strategy, and shared success—not silos.
Flexible Work Options
Choose the work style that fits you best:
Remote (with occasional in-person appearances)
Hybrid
In-office
Trial-Focused Growth & Leadership
Advance your career through hands-on trial opportunities, Trial Academy, and mentorship—while also mentoring junior attorneys.
Stability with National Reach
Join a growing, nationally recognized firm with a strong reputation and long-term career opportunities.
What you bring
You bring 8+ years of litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense or civil litigation, along with strong experience handling general liability matters such as construction defect, toxic tort, or other complex cases. You have a proven ability to manage cases independently while thinking strategically, and you demonstrate excellent writing, deposition, and advocacy skills. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy mentoring others, and are committed to delivering exceptional client service in every aspect of your work.
Make Your Move
If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact work with a firm that values collaboration, flexibility, and trial excellence, Tyson & Mendes is the place for you.
Apply today and help shape the future of insurance defense.
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 your state
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
Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Compensation Package
The base salary for this position ranges from $160,000-190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
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)
Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month