Senior Counsel - Employment Defense

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Tyson & Mendes

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Commercial litigation • Real Estate & Construction litigation • Employment • Environmental & toxic tort • Automobile & premises liability

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2002

📋 Compliance

🏠 Real Estate

🚗 Transport

Description

• 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 employment defense, 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

Benefits

• Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee) • Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys • 401K matching • Paid parental leave • Flexible vacation policy for attorneys • Internal education and leadership development programs • Pathway to partnership for attorneys • 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 • Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate • Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield