Job Description

Litigation Associate

Clyde & Co is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 2 to 4 years of experience to focus on the defense of a myriad of complex general liability matters, including (but not limited to) premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security. The ideal candidate is proactive, motivated, and organized and possesses superior writing skills. The Associate will interact with our clients, and other domestic and international insurers in this space and in relation to other latent type insurance claims.

Responsibilities

1. Manage a caseload of 25-30 matters;
2. Take depositions, attend hearings, and mediations as required;
3. Draft and submit pleadings, motions and briefs;
4. Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients;
5. Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis;
6. Draft discovery requests and discovery responses;
7. Review and analyze documents and materials for production;
8. Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies;
9. Actively and effectively report to our insurance carrier clients and insureds;
10. Prepare cases for trial/mediation and participate in trial/mediation.

Education And Experience

1. J.D. from a reputable law school with excellent academic credentials;
2. Litigation experience;
3. Experience taking depositions;
4. Licensed to practice in California.

Skills And Ability

1. Exceptional legal writing and communication skills;
2. Strong interpersonal skills;
3. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
4. Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Benefits offered include student loan reimbursement; flexible time off; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&D Disability; Flexible Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance; Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Pet Insurance; Commuter Benefits.

The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

We offer a rewarding work environment that supports professional growth and opportunities. We value diversity in our workplace and it is the policy of the Firm to recruit, hire, promote, reassign, compensate and train highly qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Clyde & Co will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories or arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of FCIHO and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

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