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Senior Counsel (Sexual Torts Defense)

Tyson & Mendes LLP
Location
San Diego, CA
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Senior Counsel
Salary
$160,000-$200,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Active bar license in the State of California
  • JD from an ABA approved school
  • 8+ years of solid litigation experience
  • Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities
  • Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
  • Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
What the job really is

As a Senior Counsel at Tyson & Mendes, you will lead the defense of clients in high-stakes sexual torts cases, utilizing your extensive litigation experience to manage complex allegations involving sexual misconduct. Your role will involve developing compelling case themes, handling court appearances and trials, and mentoring less experienced attorneys while fostering client relationships. You will have access to elite training and resources to support your advocacy in this sensitive area of law.

Benefits
  • Base salary ranging from $160,000-$200,000 annually
  • Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage with plans available at zero employee cost
  • 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
  • Paid parental leave at base pay
Things to weigh
  • Role involves handling sensitive and high-profile cases which may be emotionally challenging
  • No specific mention of work-life balance or hours expected
  • The firm emphasizes a no-silos culture, which may indicate a collaborative but potentially demanding environment
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