Senior Attorney – Specialty (Insurance Coverage)

Clyde & Co seeks a highly motivated and bright attorney with ideally 6+ years of experience. We are looking for an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive with their caseload—someone who will be able to act independently and comfortable taking on a leadership role with their cases, with experience and an interest in working on complex insurance coverage litigation matters. Our hiring practice group represents international and domestic insurers in complex insurance coverage litigation matters with regards to all manner of liability policies, including commercial general liability, and focuses on insurance for industries that drive Southern California's industries: construction, energy, entertainment and maritime. Responsibilities and requirements Analyze insurance policies, drafting coverage opinions and providing coverage advice and recommendations to 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; Prepare formal correspondence to opposing counsel and other parties; Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations as required. Education and Experience Excellent academic credentials; Admitted to practice in California; Admitted to other states (particularly TX, NY, WA, or CO) is an asset; Ideally 6+ years of experience in complex insurance coverage litigation matters; Experience in commercial general liability; Federal court experience. Skills and Abilities Required Excellent legal research, writing and verbal communication skills; Strong organizational and time management skills; Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature; Ability to handle time sensitive matters, sometimes several simultaneously; Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects; Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly. Why Join Us? At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to: 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. Retirement Benefits – S tarts on day one and 100% vested. Attorney compensation for this position ranges from $200,000-$240,000 annually. Placement within the range will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, practice group, location, and other job-related considerations permitted by law. Candidates with additional experience may be considered for more senior roles with corresponding compensation This is the job description as constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business . Clyde & Co will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FCIHO . The Firm When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. Our Commitment Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process. A Note on Privacy Please take a moment to read our privacy notice . This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice. This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.