Clyde & Co is a global law firm serving businesses involved in international trade and commerce. Its legal work spans sectors that underpin global infrastructure, including insurance, infrastructure, trade, energy, healthcare, construction, and logistics. With offices across 26 countries, the firm brings together an international team focused on practical legal advice, collaborative client service, and high-quality outcomes.
Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment Litigation - Los Angeles Hybrid
Lead labor and employment litigation matters for Clyde & Co clients, from investigations and discovery through depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial. Advise on complex, high-exposure employment disputes.
United States
California$230,000 – $275,000 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneral CounselDescription
- Oversee a caseload of 10–20 matters
- Investigate claims and develop case-handling strategies
- Evaluate state and federal court complaints and determine appropriate responses
- Draft discovery and prepare responses
- Review and analyze documents for production
- Perform legal research using Westlaw
- Take and defend depositions
- Prepare and file pleadings and motions
- Attend hearings and present motion arguments
- Draft pretrial and trial materials
- Prepare matters for mediation and trial, and participate in both
- Provide clear and effective client reporting
Requirements
- Prior experience in labor and employment litigation is required
- Strong academic credentials from a reputable law school
- Admission to the California bar
- Broad, substantial experience across all stages of litigation
- Outstanding legal writing and communication abilities
- Effective courtroom and oral advocacy skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Ability to identify issues and resolve problems promptly
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangement combining remote and in-office work
- Flexible paid time off
- Annual bonuses based on performance
- Monthly bonus program with the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month
- Eligible attorneys may receive $250 per month in non-taxable student loan repayment
- Employee referral bonuses
- Mentorship, global training, and career development support
- Social events, volunteering, community service, and professional development opportunities
- Up to $300 per calendar year for wellness activities
- Paid wellbeing day
- Six months of fully paid parental leave for all parents
- Global Mobility Program featuring client-facing events across North America and access to international offices
- Retirement benefits available from the first day of employment with 100% vesting