Associate, Aviation Group

About the role

Clyde & Co’s San Francisco office is seeking an Associate with 3-4 years of experience for our Aviation practice group.

Responsibilities

• Drafting pleadings, discovery responses and briefs
• Preparing correspondence to colleagues and clients
• Drafting opinion letters and status reports for clients
• Conducting legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis
• Drafting interrogatories and document demands
• Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation
• Attending depositions, hearings, oral arguments and mediations as required
• Submitting filings to the court

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of California
• Federal court admittance a plus
• Litigation experience
• Aviation experience is an asset

Skills

• Excellent analytical and legal writing skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• 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, a 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 the 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
• 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 international offices
• Career Development – Access regional and global associate training and career development programs
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans

Pay

The salary range for this position is $185,000 - $205,000. The range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.