The Chicago office of Clyde & Co specializes in complex insurance
coverage disputes. The office has an opportunity for a first-year
associate seeking a career in litigation. This practice represents
domestic and international insurers in complex, high value, high
profile coverage litigation and bad faith cases, providing primary,
excess and reinsurance coverage to municipalities, school districts,
churches and other public and private entities. Working with our
experienced attorneys, you will gain hands-on experience and
litigation skills as part of a busy and energetic team.
This role offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule and would be open to
candidates located in Chicago.
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;
Attending depositions, hearings and mediations as required.
Education and Experience Required
JD 2024 (or December 2023)
Sitting for the Illinois Bar Exam in July 2024 (or sat for the
Illinois Bar Exam in February 2024)
Excellent academic credentials
Moot Court or Litigation Skills training a plus
Law Review or Journal experience a plus
Skills and Ability
Exceptional legal research and writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Specific desire to be a litigator
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
Benefits offered include: flexible time off; medical, dental, and
vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Student Debt
Repayment Program; Life/AD&D Disability; Flexible Spending
Account; Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance; Supplemental
Critical illness Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Pet
Insurance; Commuter Benefits.
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 and enable global
prosperity, namely: insurance, aviation, marine, construction, energy,
trade and natural resources. Globally integrated, Clyde & Co
offers a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal
services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating
across the world. It is committed to operating in a responsible way by
progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects
the communities and clients it serves and provides an environment in
which everyone can realize their potential, using its legal and
professional skills to support its communities through pro bono work,
volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimizing the impact it
has on the environment including through a commitment to the SBTi
Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction
targets. The firm has 490 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal
professionals and 5500 people overall in nearly 70 offices and
associated offices worldwide. For more information please visithttps://www.clydeco.com/en
Our Values
Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite
us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and
our firm. We:
Work as one -We are a globally connected team of
talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success
Excel with clients -We aim high and challenge
ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them
at the centre of everything we do
Celebrate difference -We help each other to be at
our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement
Act boldly -We seek new opportunities, take action
and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our
development and contributes to growth
How To Apply
Thank you for your interest in Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a
resume, cover letter, writing sample, and transcript to apply.Clyde
& Co Job Board (cvmailuk.com)
We offer a rewarding work environment that supports professional
growth and opportunities. We value diversity in our workplace, and 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.
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