Senior Counsel – Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co

Senior Counsel supporting Trial & Defense practice in a global law firm with extensive litigation experience and superior legal skills. Analyzing insurance policies and conducting legal research.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal analysis, drafting, and communication, with a strong focus on insurance policy evaluation and litigation support. Proven ability to manage complex legal projects and provide strategic advice to clients.

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Arizona Bar AdmissionLegal ResearchLegal WritingProject ManagementProblem Solving

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisDrafting MemorandaPleadings ReviewDiscovery DraftingMotions Preparation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Arizona Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Insurance PoliciesCoverage OpinionsLegal CorrespondenceDepositionsMediations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze insurance policies, draft coverage opinions and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients;
Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda;
Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, discovery, motions with supporting briefs and other legal correspondence;
Attending depositions, hearings and mediations as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Admission to the Arizona Bar
7+ years of experience
Excellent academic credentials
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.