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Job Title
Mid to Senior Litigation Associate - Asbestos (NJ/NY)
Job Location
New Jersey
Job Type
Fee earners
Country/Territory
United States
Region
The Americas
Description
Clyde & Co is a leading,
sector-focused global law firm with 440 partners, 1800 lawyers, 2500
legal professionals, and 4000+ staff in over 50 offices and associated
offices worldwide. The firm specializes in the sectors that move,
build and power our connected world and the insurance that underpins
it, including: transport, infrastructure, energy, trade &
commodities and insurance. With a strong focus on developed and
emerging markets, the firm has achieved compound average annual
revenue growth of 15% over the last ten years, making it one of the
fastest-growing law firms in the world with ambitious plans for
further growth.
Our Morristown office is seeking a
Mid-Level or Senior Litigation Attorney to work with their practice
focused on the defense of complex product liability matters
(environmental, asbestos, talc, etc.) and commercial disputes, working
with policyholders, brokers, London Market and other domestic and
international insurers in this space and in relation to other latent
type insurance claims.
Responsibilities
You'll gain experience in:
Taking depositions, attending hearings, and mediations as required;
Drafting pleadings and briefs;
Preparing correspondence to colleagues and clients;
Conducting legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis;
Drafting interrogatories and document demands;
Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation;
Submitting filings to the court.
Education and Experience
J.D./LLM;
Admission to practice in New Jersey and New York is required;
Commercial litigation experience is required;
Asbestos/toxic tort experience is ideal;
Court room experience including motions is required;
Trial experience is required.
Skills and Ability
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills:
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
How To Apply
Thank you for your interest in Clyde
& Co US LLP. Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply.
-Principals Only-
We offer a rewarding work environment that supports professional
growth and opportunities. We value diversity in our work place 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.