Hybrid Litigation Associate — Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co US; California; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Performance bonuses up to $2,000/month

Student debt repayment $250/month

Referral rewards

Mentorship & career growth

Wellbeing benefits

Inclusive parental leave

Global mobility program

Job summary

Clyde & Co US in California seeks an associate with 2 to 6 years of strong litigation experience to join our team. The practice covers general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury, collaborating with our Aviation group.

The candidate will handle depositions, discovery, motions and pre-trial work, with emphasis on research, writing and professional client interaction. Hybrid work, bonuses, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the California bar and in good standing.
• 2–6 years of strong litigation experience.
• Experience taking/defending depositions and drafting discovery.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with opposing counsel and clients.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
• Draft and respond to discovery
• Review and analyze documents for production
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and submit pleadings and motion
• Attend hearings and argue motions
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial, and participate in mediation/trial
• Actively and effectively report to our clients

Skills

Excellent research and writing skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage and prioritize multi

Identify and resolve problems quickly

Effective oral advocate

Education

Admission to the California bar

Law degree from reputable law school

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Clyde & Co US in California seeks an associate with 2 to 6 years of strong litigation experience to join our team. The practice covers general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury, collaborating with our Aviation group.

The candidate will handle depositions, discovery, motions and pre-trial work, with emphasis on research, writing and professional client interaction. Hybrid work, bonuses, and growth opportunities are offered.