Associate Attorney

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Want to Become a Better Litigator? Come Practice Litigation.

Associate Attorney | Northern California

Please note: An active California Bar license is required.

There is a difference between working on litigation and actually becoming a litigator .

At Tyson & Mendes, our Northern California associates have the opportunity to take meaningful responsibility for their cases, work alongside experienced trial attorneys, develop relationships with clients, and build the practical skills that turn promising lawyers into confident advocates.

Based out of our Novato office and handling matters throughout Northern California and the greater San Francisco Bay Area , our team is looking for associates who are curious, hardworking, proactive, and ready to grow.

If you want substantive experience and you are willing to take ownership of your development, we would love to meet you.

Why Our Northern California Team?

Get Real Litigation Experience

You will not build your career sitting on the sidelines. Our associates gain substantive experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, case strategy, client communication, mediation, trial preparation, and more. As your skills develop, so does your responsibility.

Get Closer to the Courtroom

Our Northern California team handles true litigation, and several of our attorneys regularly take cases to trial. That creates opportunities for associates who want courtroom exposure and the chance to learn from attorneys who actually try cases.

You do not need to arrive as a trial lawyer. You should want to become one.

Learn From Experienced Litigators

You will work with accomplished attorneys who know their cases, know their clients, and know what it takes to succeed in the courtroom. They are available and responsive when you need guidance, while also giving you the opportunity to think through problems, develop your judgment, and become increasingly independent.

The associates who thrive here ask questions, seek feedback, communicate, and then take what they have learned and put it into action.

Grow Based on What You Do

Tyson & Mendes is a meritocracy. We recognize initiative, performance, growth, and contribution rather than relying solely on years of experience to determine career progression.

If you work hard, become someone clients and colleagues trust, and consistently demonstrate that you are ready for more, there are opportunities to keep moving forward.

Find Your People

Our Northern California attorneys genuinely collaborate. Teams share ideas, resources, and attorneys when it makes sense, giving associates exposure to different lawyers, cases, and approaches to litigation.

There is a strong core group within the office, along with monthly Friday meetings, team meetings, social events, and opportunities to connect with colleagues. The attorneys who become involved tend to get the most from the experience.

Who Will Thrive Here?

We are looking for attorneys with 3+ years of litigatio
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• 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
• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

ABOUT TYSON & MENDES

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We’re one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country—known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don’t stop at great legal work—we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson & Mendes’ policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations – we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional.

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Pay Range
$115,000 — $160,000 USD