Senior Counsel
$150,000–$200,000 year
Hybrid · New York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
Senior Counsel with Tyson & Mendes role focusing on sophisticated insurance-defense litigation. Requires NY bar license, JD from ABA-approved school, 8+ years of litigation experience, leadership in managing litigation teams, and ability to independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials. Emphasizes trial advocacy, client relations, strategic case themes, and a flexible work arrangement (office, hybrid, or remote). Responsibilities include leading and mentoring junior attorneys, coordinating with clients, and delivering outcomes across high-exposure matters. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are required.
Required Qualifications
- JD from an ABA-approved school
- Must be licensed in the State of New York
- 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
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