Clyde & Co's trial and litigation group seeks an enthusiastic
attorney JD 2016 - 2019 to join a
dynamic trial team in our downtown Los Angeles office. The
team handles matters on behalf of public and private entities
primarily in the areas of employment litigation, personal injury,
sexual misconduct, and class actions. The ideal candidate will have an
interest in furthering their litigation and trial skills as a key
member of an active and growing litigation practice.
Responsibilities
Capable of independently managing a
case from responsive pleading through trial preparation
Prepare pleadings, discovery motions, dispositive motions, and
other filings
Prepare discovery (both affirmative and responsive)
Take and defend depositions,
including expert depositions
Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations
Conduct legal research
Prepare for and assist in trials
Education and Experience Required
Admitted to practice in California
5-8 years of litigation/trial experience
Strong academics and solid work history
State and Federal court experience
Skills and Abilities Required
Must possess strong oral advocacy skills
Must possess strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
A strong desire to try cases
Must be based in Los Angeles or Orange County. Noin-office presence is
required, but must be
willing to travel for trials, in-person client meetings, and depositions.
Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organizations
successfully navigate risk and maximize opportunity in the sectors
that underpin global trade and commercial activity. When you work at Clyde & Co , you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400
lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70
offices and associated offices worldwide.Our values are the
principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our
endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as
one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible
way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that
reflects the communities and clients it serves.
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 $185,000-$200,000. 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.
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.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a
cover letter and resume to apply.
This is the job description as
constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to
reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
