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Senior Counsel | Nevada | Flexible/Remote

Please note: An active Nevada Bar license is required.

At this point in your career, you don't need someone looking over your shoulder. You need a platform that trusts your judgment, gives you ownership of your matters and client relationships, and provides experienced leadership when you want another perspective.

That's what we're building in Nevada.

Led by Partner Griffith Hayes, our Nevada team handles a diverse civil defense practice that includes high-exposure premises liability, bodily injury, hospitality and casino matters, auto liability, dealership-related litigation, and broader general liability matters.

We're looking for experienced litigators who can independently manage sophisticated matters, communicate confidently with clients and carriers, and take ownership of cases from strategy through resolution or trial.

Why Experienced Attorneys Join Our Nevada Team

Autonomy Without Being on an Island

Griff's leadership style is straightforward: experienced attorneys should have room to practice. He is accessible when you need him, but he isn't interested in micromanaging attorneys who have demonstrated they can manage their work.

Own the Client Relationship

Senior attorneys communicate directly with carriers and clients and are trusted to manage strategy, expectations, exposure, and the progression of their matters.

A Flexible Nevada Practice

You do not have to live in Las Vegas to build a practice with our Nevada team.

Our attorneys work in a highly flexible environment, with many appearances handled virtually. Travel is expected when matters require it, including trials, court appearances, site inspections, trial preparation, and certain client needs.

Continue Building What's Yours

Your experience should create more options, not fewer.

Whether you want to deepen client relationships, try more cases, mentor other attorneys, develop an area of expertise, write, speak, or build your professional reputation, Tyson & Mendes provides resources to support the career you're building.

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in experienced litigators who are independent, responsive, communicative, and comfortable owning their matters.

Insurance defense experience is preferred, particularly experience involving general liability, premises liability, bodily injury, auto, hospitality, construction, or other complex civil matters.

We're also interested in accomplished litigators from other backgrounds who bring strong fundamentals, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to transition successfully into a sophisticated civil defense practice.

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 $135,000-180,000 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%
Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100-$200/month
Paid parental leave at base pay
Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
Firm Provided CLE Programs and Paid Bar License Renewal Fees
Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
Defined pathway to partnership
Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
Firm-wide charitable giving program
Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

About Tyson & Mendes

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We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

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.

Follow along with the firm on Twitter and LinkedIn, or visit www.tysonmendes.com.

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$135,000 - $180,000 USD

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