Patrick Mendes

Biography

A San Diego native, Pat Mendes is a founding partner of Tyson & Mendes and works from the firm’s San Diego headquarters.

Previously a partner with Gordon & Rees – where he served as director of the construction and insurance groups – he joined forces with Robert Tyson in 2002 to form Tyson & Mendes, which has since evolved into one of the region’s leading defense firms with offices throughout the West.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Mendes has developed a formidable track record in defending insurance companies, taking on high profile, high stakes litigation, and specializing in professional liability, insurance coverage, architects and engineers, and real property disputes. His specific practice areas include construction litigation, personal injury, insurance coverage, and professional liability.

An active member of the legal community, he is affiliated with a number of professional organizations, including the San Diego County Bar Association and the International Association of Defense Counsel, and presents regularly to professional groups on insurance law and other legal issues.

In 1992, he graduated cum laude from the University of California, San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in History, and went on to earn his J.D., magna cum laude from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1995. He is licensed to practice law in California.

Mr. Mendes enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife, Lori, and three children, Matthew, Grace and Kayla. He is also a frequent spectator at his children’s sports events throughout San Diego County.

Education

• University Of California System, Bachelor’s Degree
• University Of The Pacific, Juris Doctor

Admissions/Licenses

• Bar Admissions: CA