Senior Litigation Counsel — NY Complex Liability (Hybrid)

Clyde & Co US LLP; United States; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Flexible Paid Time Off

Performance Bonuses

Student Debt Repayment

Referral Rewards

Mentorship & Career Growth

Engaging Culture

Inclusive Parental Leave

Global Mobility Program

Job summary

Clyde & Co US LLP is seeking a counsel-level litigation attorney with 8+ years of experience to defend a broad array of complex liability matters, including New York Labor Law, premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and excels in writing and client interaction.

The role involves managing a significant caseload, taking depositions, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with insurers and clients,

Qualifications

• Excellent legal writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Experience taking depositions and handling complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 matters.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court hearings and mediations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Conduct complex legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Draft discovery requests and responses.
• Review documents for production.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Report to insurance carrier clients and insureds.
• Work on all aspects of litigation through trial or mediation.
• Manage and supervise associates and paralegals.

Skills

Legal writing

Client communication

Leadership mentoring

Time management

Client confidence

Education

J.D. degree (2016 or earlier)

Admitted to New York Bar

Job description

Clyde & Co US LLP is seeking a counsel-level litigation attorney with 8+ years of experience to defend a broad array of complex liability matters, including New York Labor Law, premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and excels in writing and client interaction.

The role involves managing a significant caseload, taking depositions, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with insurers and clients,