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Tyson & Mendes · 14 hours ago

Associate Attorney (Law & Motion)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$103K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Tyson & Mendes is a rapidly expanding law firm known for its innovative approaches in insurance defense. They are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Law & Motion and Appellate Team, responsible for drafting and arguing motions, handling appellate matters, and conducting legal research to develop defense strategies.

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Responsibilities

Prepare, draft, and argue a variety of motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgments, and other pre-trial and post-trial motions

Manage appellate cases from inception to resolution, including designating the record, drafting appellate briefs, preparing petitions, and presenting oral arguments when necessary

Conduct thorough legal research on relevant case law, statutes, and procedural rules to support motion practice and appellate work

Collaborate with the litigation team to develop case strategies, identify key legal arguments, and prepare oppositions to motions filed by opposing counsel

Work closely with colleagues to provide status updates, discuss case developments, and make recommendations based on legal findings

Ensure all court and case deadlines are met by effectively managing case files, schedules, and electronic records

Qualification

Florida Bar LicenseLegal WritingAppellate AdvocacyLegal ResearchInsurance DefenseDispositive MotionsE-Discovery ToolsTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Florida

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

Preferred

Eligibility to practice in federal courts

Georgia bar license

Familiarity with e-discovery tools and procedures

Previous experience working in insurance defense or a related field

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