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Tyson & Mendes · 1 day ago

Associate Attorney (Law & Motion)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$103K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Tyson & Mendes is a leading insurance defense firm known for its bold trial strategies and national reputation. They are seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Law & Motion and Appellate Advocacy to draft and argue motions, handle appellate matters, and collaborate with trial teams to shape legal strategies.

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Responsibilities

Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, demurrers, and motions to dismiss

Handle appellate matters from start to finish—including research, briefing, and oral argument—in state and federal courts

Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to develop creative, cutting-edge defense strategies

Collaborate with trial teams to ensure legal positioning is strong at every stage of litigation

Monitor emerging case law and legal trends to influence the development of insurance defense precedent

Qualification

Florida Bar LicenseLegal ResearchLegal WritingAppellate AdvocacyInsurance DefenseDispositive MotionsCollaborationE-discovery ToolsTeam-orientedAttention to Detail

Required

Florida Bar License Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Florida, with eligibility to practice in federal courts preferred

3-7+ years of experience in insurance defense, law and motion, or appellate practice

Proven success in drafting and arguing motions, particularly dispositive motions

Demonstrated experience managing appellate cases, including brief writing and oral arguments

Strong legal research skills and proficiency with platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis

Exceptional writing skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and communicate effectively with team members

Familiarity with e-discovery tools and procedures

Previous experience working in insurance defense or a related field

Preferred

Eligibility to practice in federal courts preferred

Georgia bar license is preferred

Benefits

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

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