Senior Counsel - Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co US LLP; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Flexible Paid Time Off

Performance Bonuses up to $2,000/mo

Student Debt Repayment $250/mo

Referral Rewards

Mentorship & Career Growth

Engaging Culture

Wellbeing Benefits $300/yr

Inclusive Parental Leave

Global Mobility Program

Job summary

Clyde & Co US LLP in Phoenix seeks an experienced attorney to support our Trial & Defense practice, handling catastrophic injury, bodily injury, complex business and commercial litigation, premises liability, mass tort matters, and trucking and transportation issues.

The role requires admission to the Arizona Bar, 7+ years of experience, excellent academic credentials, and superior writing and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Arizona Bar.
• 7+ years of experience.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies, draft coverage opinions and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients.
• Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, discovery, motions with supporting briefs and other legal correspondence.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations as required.

Skills

Arizona Bar

7+ years exp

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Research skills

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Clyde & Co is seeking an experienced attorney to support our Trial & Defense practice, which includes catastrophic injury cases, bodily injury, complex business and commercial litigation, premises liability, bad faith and fraud, UM/UIM, class action and mass tort, and trucking and transportation matters. The ideal candidate has litigation and trial experience, is proactive, motivated, organized, and possesses superior oral‑argument, research, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies, draft coverage opinions and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients.
• Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, discovery, motions with supporting briefs and other legal correspondence.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations as required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Admission to the Arizona Bar.
• 7+ years of experience.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a balance between remote and in‑office work.
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
• Performance Bonuses – Annual performance‑based bonuses and a monthly bonus plan that can yield up to $2,000 per month.
• Student Debt Repayment – Eligible attorneys receive a non‑taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward qualified higher education student loans.
• Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues.
• Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging Culture – Participate in social events, volunteer opportunities, and professional development.
• Wellbeing Benefits – $300 per calendar year for wellness activities and a wellbeing day dedicated to mental, physical, and emotional health.
• Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
• Global Mobility Program – Client‑facing events across North America and exploration of international offices.

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.