Senior Counsel – Trial & Defense

Clyde & Co

Senior Counsel handling general, product, premises, and catastrophic-injury litigation for global law firm Clyde & Co. Managing depositions, discovery, motions, trials, mediations, and client reporting.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong litigation expertise with extensive experience in drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, and managing cases through all phases of litigation. Proficient in effective oral advocacy and maintaining professional interactions with clients and opposing counsel.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strong Litigation ExperienceExperience Taking and Defending DepositionsExperience Drafting and Responding to DiscoveryExperience Preparing and Arguing MotionsAdmission to the Bar in Nevada

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Hard Skills

Drafting PleadingsLegal ResearchDocument ReviewCase Handling StrategiesPre-Trial Document PreparationTrial Document PreparationMediation ParticipationDiscovery ResponseOral AdvocacyDeposition Defense

Soft Skills

ProactiveMotivatedOrganizedInterpersonal SkillsPositive Interaction

Tools & Technologies

Westlaw

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to the Bar in Nevada

Industry Keywords

LitigationAviation LawLegal WritingClient ReportingHearing Attendance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters
Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
Draft and respond to discovery
Review and analyze documents for production
Conduct legal research using Westlaw
Take and defend depositions
Draft and submit pleadings and motions
Attend hearings and argue motions
Draft pre-trial and trial documents
Prepare cases for mediation and trial, and participate in mediation and trial
Actively and effectively report to clients
Collaborate closely with the Aviation practice group
Interact with opposing counsel and clients in a positive and professional manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong litigation experience
Substantial experience taking and defending depositions
Experience drafting and responding to discovery
Experience preparing and arguing motions
Experience preparing pre-trial documents
Proactive, motivated, and organized
Excellent research and writing skills
Positive and professional interaction with opposing counsel and clients
Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school
Admission to the bar in Nevada
Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
Effective oral advocacy
Strong interpersonal 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
Annual performance-based bonuses
Monthly bonus plan with opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month
Non-taxable monthly student debt repayment payment of $250 toward a qualified higher education student loan
Referral bonuses
Strong mentorship
Global training programs
Career development support
Social events
Volunteer and community service initiatives
Professional development opportunities
$300 per calendar year for wellness activities
Wellbeing Day dedicated to mental, physical, and emotional health
Six months fully paid parental leave for all parents
Global Mobility Program
Client-facing events across North America and opportunities to explore international offices