Clyde & Co is seeking a Litigation Associate to work with our practice based in Chicago, IL focused on the defense of complex product liability matters 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. The attorney can be based in St Louis, MO (working 100% remotely).

The attorney must be admitted to practice in Missouri. Candidates with a UBE score of 266 that are interested in gaining admittance to Illinois are encouraged to apply.

Location: St. Louis, MO preferred. Remote candidates will be considered.

Responsibilities

You will 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 2020 - 2022
• Admission to practice in Missouri is required.
• Commercial litigation experience is a plus;
• Asbestos/toxic tort experience is a plus;
• Court room experience including motions is a plus;
• Trial experience is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly

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.

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.

How To Apply

Thank you for your interest in Clyde & Co US LLP. Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply.

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