Appellate Specialist - Senior Counsel
About The Position
Clyde & Co is seeking an appellate attorney specialist to support our trial & defense practice in handling matters in federal and state appellate courts and trial courts across the Firm. This practice includes catastrophic injury cases, bodily injury, complex business and commercial litigation, premises liability, insurance coverage, bad faith and fraud, UM/UIM, class action and mass tort, government tort claims, public entity liability, civil rights litigation, and trucking and transportation matters. The ideal candidate will be proficient in analyzing and framing factual and legal issues within the context of appellate standards of review and experienced in presenting oral arguments.
Requirements
- Admission to the California Bar
- 15+ years of appellate experience
- Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
- Ability to handle time sensitive matters, sometimes several simultaneously
- Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
Nice To Haves
- Certified as an Appellate Law Specialist preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda
- Prepare and review pleadings, memos, briefs, discovery, motions with supporting briefs and other correspondence
- Review and analyze trial records and other documents
- Manage and supervise associates and paralegals
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Flexibility
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Performance Bonuses
- Student Debt Repayment
- Referral Rewards
- Mentorship & Career Growth
- Engaging Culture
- Wellbeing Benefits
- Inclusive Parental Leave
- Global Mobility Program
- Retirement Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
