Senior Associate – Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co

Senior Associate managing litigation cases in Trial & Defense practice at Clyde & Co. Handling liability defense litigation and coverage litigation with a proactive and organized approach.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $165,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a caseload of about 20 matters
Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
Draft, respond and manage discovery
Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, treaters and experts
Draft and argue motions
Prepare cases for mediation/trial including drafting pre-trial documents
Participate in mediation/trial
Actively and effectively report to our clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed to practice in Illinois
6+ years of litigation experience
Extensive oral argument skills
Excellent creative strategy and strong legal writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Insurance Clyde & Co is a global law firm specializing in providing legal services to businesses at the heart of global trade and commerce. With a presence in over 65 offices across 26 countries, Clyde & Co is recognized for its expertise in sectors critical to global infrastructure, including insurance, infrastructure, trade, and energy. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality outcomes for its clients through a team-oriented approach and a commitment to excellence. Senior Associate – Trial & Defense 🔥 6 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $165k - $185k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Manage a caseload of about 20 matters
Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
Draft, respond and manage discovery
Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, treaters and experts
Draft and argue motions
Prepare cases for mediation/trial including drafting pre-trial documents
Participate in mediation/trial
Actively and effectively report to our clients 🎯 Requirements
Licensed to practice in Illinois
6+ years of litigation experience
Extensive oral argument skills
Excellent creative strategy and strong legal writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Leadership Enablement Associate 🕒 Yesterday HOATalent 1 - 10 🎯 Recruiter 🤝 B2B Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Leadership Enablement Associate supporting leadership effectiveness across The CAM Collective’s portfolio. Facilitating workshops, onboarding, and coaching programs while ensuring accountability and clarity. 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $75k - $95k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate Senior Associate, Innovation, ESG 🕒 5 days ago Harrison Street 201 - 500 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Associate supporting ESG services growth for a leading alternative investment firm. Engaging with partners on ESG initiatives and certifications in real estate sector. 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $100k - $150k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate Senior Associate, Cross-Functional 🕒 6 days ago Portage Point Partners 11 - 50 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Associate role delivering high-impact solutions across multiple practices at Portage Point Partners. Collaborating with clients and senior leaders, driving strategic financial initiatives in a fast-paced environment. 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $250k - $375k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate Senior Creative Associate 🕒 6 days ago Access 201 - 500 🤝 B2B 🏢 Enterprise Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Creative Associate producing strategic proposals and marketing collateral for Access DMC. Collaborating with creative teams and managing vendor relationships to enhance project outcomes. 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Senior Associate – Restructuring and Turnaround Services 🕒 6 days ago Riveron 1001 - 5000 🤝 B2B 💸 Finance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Associate at Riveron providing financial advice to distressed businesses. Utilizing expertise in bankruptcy advisory and financial analysis to support client turnaround efforts. 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $90k - $145k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior ✨ Associate 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Drafting MotionsDiscovery ManagementCase Handling StrategiesPreparing Pre-Trial DocumentsMediation PreparationTrial Participation

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingProject Management

Certifications

Licensed To Practice In Illinois