<p>Clyde & Co has an opportunity for a litigation attorney with 6+ years of experience to join our aviation, aerospace, automotive, and product litigation and regulatory practice. We are looking for bright litigators familiar with the litigation process, and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive with their caseload-someone who will be able to act independently throughout the discovery process and assist in trial, with an interest in working on those matters.</p> <p>Our team is passionate about our practice and committed to efficiently and effectively meeting litigation and client-driven deadlines. This practice includes representing airlines; airports; municipalities; automotive manufacturers; government contractors; retailers; manufacturers of commercial, aviation, space, military, and consumer products; and their insurers.</p> <p>The open position is for an attorney located in Phoenix, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco but we are also open to other locations (must be licensed to practice in California) for the right candidate.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Taking depositions, arguing motions, and attending court hearings and mediations as required;</p> </li><li> <p>Drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;</p> </li><li> <p>Conducting complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and drafting memoranda;</p> </li><li> <p>Preparing status reports and recommendations to clients;</p> </li><li> <p>Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation;</p> </li><li> <p>Working on all aspects of litigation, from the initial responsive pleading through trial.</p> </li></ul> <p>Education and Experience</p> <p>Experience in the field of aviation, products liability, and automotive warranty is ideal. Preferred candidates will possess the following skills and characteristics:</p> <ul> <li> <p>JD from a reputable law school with excellent academic credentials;</p> </li><li> <p>Discovery and Law and Motion experience;</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with California Lemon Law, including the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act;</p> </li><li> <p>State and Federal court experience;</p> </li></ul> <p>Skills and Ability</p> <ul> <li>Admitted to the CA bar; If applying for the role in Phoenix, must be admitted to both CA and AZ bar. </li></ul> <p>Superior writing, and analytical skills;</p> <ul> <li> <p>Strong Interpersonal skills;</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature;</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to handle time sensitive matters, sometimes several simultaneously;</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent organizational and time management skills;</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong work ethic;</p> </li><li> <p>Attention to detail;</p> </li><li> <p>Capable of working within a team.</p> </li></ul> <p>Why Join Us?</p> <p>At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here's what you can look forward to:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Hybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible Paid Time Off - Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>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!</p> </li><li> <p>Student Debt Repayment - Eligible attorneys receive a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a qualified higher education student loan.</p> </li><li> <p>Referral Rewards - Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.</p> </li><li> <p>Mentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.</p> </li><li> <p>Engaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.</p> </li><li> <p>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.</p> </li><li> <p>Inclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.</p> </li><li> <p>Global Mobility Program - Participate in client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices.</p> </li></ul> <p>The salary range for this position is $205,000 - $225,000. 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.</p> <p>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. Clyde & Co will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories or arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of FCIHO and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.</p> <p>The Firm</p> <p>When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 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. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.</p> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.</p> <p>A Note on Privacy</p> <p>Please take a moment to read our privacy notice.. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.</p> <p>If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice.</p> <p>This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.</p>