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Tyson & Mendes
Senior Counsel
Career Insights for Trust / Estate Lawyer
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What they do
A Trust or Estate Lawyer works with all legal aspects of trusts and estates. This can include aspects of family law, taxation law, business law, inheritance law and probate law, as well as questions of community property, joint ownership and charitable gifts.
$159,624 / year median in Nevada
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Login or Register Home Daily Jobs Post A Job Employers Create A Company Post A Free Job Post A Featured Job Search Resumes Job Seekers Dashboard Create A Resume Pricing Senior Counsel An AV-Rated Litigation Firm 3 minutes ago Henderson, NV 8+ Years Full Time Not Specified 135,000
- 180,000 / Yearly Litigation Share on Apply now
Description:
Join Tyson & Mendes- Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation Please note: An active bar license in the State of Nevada is required.
- Step into a senior role where your voice matters and your decisions shape outcomes. We empower our senior counsel with autonomy, trust, and the tools to lead high-exposure cases. Growth Built In
- With our nationally recognized trial academy, ongoing executive-level development, and a firm culture that promotes from within, your next step forward is already in motion. Stability + Agility
- Join a firm with national reach, financial strength, and a collaborative, no-silos mindset. We move with purpose—and you won't get lost in the shuffle. Inclusive by Design
- Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is more than a policy—it's a practice that drives innovation, strengthens teams, and delivers better results. Flexible, Performance-Focused Work
- Office, hybrid, or remote—we value outcomes over facetime.
Who You Are:
You are a seasoned litigator with a defense mindset, respected by clients and colleagues for your strategic thinking, courtroom presence, and ethical leadership. You're driven to defend justice with courage, precision, and professionalism. You thrive on complex cases, thinking several moves ahead, and turning legal challenges into opportunities. You bring proven experience managing litigation teams, mentoring junior attorneys, and navigating high-stakes matters with confidence. Above all, you are committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to clients. Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger—join Tyson & Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We're ready for your best.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 attorneysRequirements:
JD from an ABA approved school Must be licensed in your state 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 demeanorCompensation Package:
The base salary for this position ranges from $135,000-180,000 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
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- Multiple Office Loca.