🚀 Senior Counsel - Landlord/Tenant (8+ Years)

Overview

Senior Counsel - Landlord/Tenant (8+ Years) – Northern California, CA

Join Tyson & Mendes – Senior Counsel, Complex Trial Teams (Landlord-Tenant Litigation)

Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation

Note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.

At Tyson & Mendes, we don’t just litigate—we lead. We are expanding our Complex Trial Teams and seek an accomplished Senior Counsel with deep experience in landlord-tenant litigation to take the lead on high-stakes, high-impact defense matters.

If you are a seasoned trial attorney who thrives on complex habitability claims, wrongful eviction disputes, and high-exposure premises liability cases, this is your opportunity to influence the future of civil defense litigation.

Why Tyson & Mendes?

• Lead with Impact – Own multi-party, high-value litigation with the backing of a nationally respected trial firm.
• Elite Training + Resources – From our Trial Academy to expert litigation support and proprietary defense strategies.
• Stability + Momentum – Fast-growing firm with a collaborative culture focused on long-term success.
• Authentic Inclusion – Diverse voices contribute to stronger teams, with a culture of equity from day one.
• Flexible Work Options – In-office, hybrid, or remote; performance and outcomes matter more than location.

Who You Are

You are a trial-tested litigator with substantial experience defending property owners, insurers, and housing providers in landlord-tenant cases. You understand habitability, mold exposure, wrongful eviction, tenant injury, and related claims. You are a confident courtroom advocate, a sharp strategist behind the scenes, and a mentor to junior attorneys. You thrive in complex, emotionally charged cases and can guide clients through sensitive, high-stakes litigation. If you’re ready to elevate your impact in landlord-tenant defense, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experience
• 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 the State of California
• 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 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
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401K matching; paid parental leave; flexible vacation policy
• Internal education and leadership development programs; path to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs
• Faculty-wide professional development and mentorship opportunities