Senior Counsel

Serious Work. Real Leadership. A Runway to Partnership.

You’ve built the experience. You know how to manage a case, command a courtroom, earn a client’s trust, and deliver when the stakes are high.
Now, what do you want the next chapter of your career to look like?
Tyson & Mendes is growing our

Denver team

, and we’re looking for an accomplished insurance defense litigator with

8+ years of experience

who is ready for more. More leadership, more sophisticated work, greater autonomy, and a

rapid pathway toward partnership

.
This isn’t simply another Senior Counsel position. It’s an opportunity for an experienced attorney who wants the resources and reach of a national firm without losing the connection and entrepreneurial feel of a smaller office.
The Best of Both Worlds

Our Denver office offers something special:

the feel of a boutique practice backed by the operational strength, resources, technology, and infrastructure of a national litigation firm.
You’ll report to an accomplished Regional Managing Partner who believes in

mentoring talented attorneys, not micromanaging them.

Youll have the support you need, the autonomy youve earned, and an opportunity to become an important part of the teams continued growth.
Serious Work for Serious Attorneys

We handle sophisticated, high-value litigation where strategy matters.
Our attorneys arent simply processing files. Theyre defending significant cases, advising clients through complex risk, developing winning strategies, and putting our nationally recognized

Nuclear Verdicts® defense methodologies

into practice.
Through our

APEX methodology

, Trial Academy, and proven approach to stopping Nuclear Verdicts®, weve built a litigation culture centered around preparation, strategy, collaboration, and winning.
If you love the intellectual challenge of a difficult case and want meaningful opportunities to lead; youll find them here.
Built for the Future of Legal Practice

We believe great lawyers should have great tools.
Tyson & Mendes continues to invest heavily in

state-of-the-art technology, AI-enabled legal resources, modern case-management systems, and innovative billing technology designed to help attorneys capture their time more effectively and reduce administrative friction.
Were not waiting to see how technology changes the practice of law.

Were actively building for it.
Your Next Step Could Be Partnership

For the right Senior Counsel candidate, were looking beyond filling a position.
Were looking for someone with the

leadership ability, litigation judgment, trial experience, and drive to become part of the future leadership of our firm.
If youve spent your career building the skills and reputation to operate at a high level, we want to give you the runway to use them.
8+ years of insurance defense experience and an active Colorado Bar license are required. Strong trial experience and demonstrated leadership are highly valued.
Ready for Whats Next?

You dont need another job.
You need the right

work, leadership, resources, technology, opportunity—and runway.
If youre ready to do serious work with a forward-thinking firm and explore a path toward partnership,

wed like to meet you.
Join Tyson & Mendes. Your next chapter could be your biggest yet.
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
Insurance defense experience
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 $150,000-190,000 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%
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.
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Pay Range
$150,000—$190,000 USD