Tysonmendesllp · New York City, NY

Senior Counsel (Complex Trial) at Tysonmendesllp — New York City, NY

Full-timeNew York City, NYPosted 2026-08-05Apply on Greenhouse

Full job description

Please note: An active bar license in the State of New York is required.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

Who You Are

Responsibilities

  • Lead Complex Trials: Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, including cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability
  • Case Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Client Advisement: Work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice, case assessments, and updates on case developments
  • Litigation Management: Oversee all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations
  • Courtroom Representation: Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations, presenting cases effectively and persuasively
  • Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with best practices
  • Collaboration with Experts: Collaborate with expert witnesses, including medical, forensic, engineering, and economic experts, to strengthen case arguments

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in New York and eligibility to practice in federal courts
  • 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work

Required skills

  • next.js
  • agile
  • communication
  • team leadership