Litigation Associate
Clyde & Co US LLP is seeking associates and senior associates to join their litigation defense practice in Seattle, focusing on a variety of liability and insurance challenges. The role involves taking depositions, drafting legal documents, and preparing cases for trial or mediation.
Responsibilities
- Take depositions, attending hearings, and mediations as required
- Draft and submit pleadings, motions and briefs
- Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients
- Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis
- Draft discovery requests and discovery responses
- Review and analyze documents and materials for production
- Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
- Actively and effectively report to our insurance carrier clients and insureds
- Prepare cases for trial/mediation and participate in trial/mediation
Skills
- 1 – 10 years of experience in litigation
- Admitted to practice in Washington State
- Civil litigation experience
- Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to simultaneously handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect 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 – In addition to annual performance-based bonuses, our monthly bonus plan gives you the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month!
- Student Debt Repayment - Eligible attorneys receive a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a qualified higher education student loan.
- Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
- Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
- Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
- Wellbeing Benefits – $300 per calendar year for a variety of wellness activities as well as a Wellbeing Day dedicated to you, free from work, to focus on your 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 – Participate in client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices.
- Retirement Benefits – Starts on day one and 100% vested.
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