Associate - Property

About the role

Clyde & Co seeks an Associate with 3 - 6 years of insurance experience. We are looking for a bright attorney and 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing first-party insurance policies, drafting coverage opinions and providing coverage advice to insurance company clients;
• Assisting in federal and state litigation, including declaratory judgment actions brought by our insurer clients and defending our insurer clients in litigation filed by policyholders;
• Drafting pleadings; motions with supporting briefs; and mediation statements;
• Corresponding with opposing counsel, other parties, clients, experts/consultants, and the court;
• Drafting discovery requests and preparing subpoenas;
• Reviewing document collections received from parties and third-parties in litigation and managing document productions on behalf of our clients and consultants;
• Taking and defending depositions, hearings, and mediations as required;
• Assisting in locating and managing experts and consultants;

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in Texas;
• Insurance coverage and first party property, product liability, and premise liability experience preferred;
• Litigation experience required.

Skills and Ability

• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong work ethic and a sense of ownership over work;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly;
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Why Join Us?

Benefits at Clyde & Co include:

• Hybrid Work Flexibility;
• Flexible Paid Time Off;
• Bonus (up to 35%);
• Student Debt Repayment;
• Referral Rewards;
• Mentorship & Career Growth;
• Engaging Culture;
• Wellbeing Benefits;
• Inclusive Parental Leave;
• Global Mobility Program;
• Retirement Benefits.