Clyde & Co is a leading, sector-focused global law firm with 440 partners, 1800 lawyers, 2500 legal professionals, and 4000+ staff in over 50 offices and associated offices worldwide. The firm specializes in the sectors that move, build and power our connected world and the insurance that underpins it, including: transport, infrastructure, energy, trade & commodities and insurance. With a strong focus on developed and emerging markets, the firm has achieved compound average annual revenue growth of 15% over the last ten years, making it one of the fastest-growing law firms in the world with ambitious plans for further growth.
Clyde & Co seeks a litigation attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience to join our team handling matters for international and domestic clients, representing airlines; airports; municipalities, government contractors; manufacturers of commercial, aviation, space, and military products, and their insurers.
We will consider attorneys located in California, Washington, or Oregon.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Taking depositions, arguing motions, and attending court hearings and mediations as required;
- Drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;
- Conducting complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and drafting memoranda;
- Preparing status reports and recommendations to clients;
- Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation;
- Working on all aspects of litigation, from the initial responsive pleading through trial.
Education and Experience
Experience in the field of aviation and/or products liability is ideal. Preferred candidates will possess the following skills and characteristics:
- Admitted to practice in California, Washington , and/or Oregon. We will be flexible for the right candidate but prefer candidates who are barred in California;
- Discovery and Law and Motion experience;
- State and Federal court experience;
- Excellent academic credentials and work history.
Skills and Abilities
- Superior writing, and analytical skills
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature
- Ability to handle time sensitive matters, sometimes several simultaneously
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail; and
- Capable of working within a team
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume.
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