Automotive Warranty Litigation Associate

Litigation Attorney - Automotive Product Liability and Warranty Clyde & Co has an opportunity for a litigation attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join our automotive product liability and warranty litigation practice. We are looking for bright litigators familiar with the litigation process, and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive with their caseload. The ideal candidate will be able to act independently throughout the discovery process and assist in trial, with an interest in working on those matters. Our team is passionate about our practice and committed to efficiently and effectively meeting litigation and client driven deadlines. This practice includes representing airlines; airports; municipalities; automotive manufacturers; government contractors; retailers; manufacturers of commercial, aviation, space, military, and consumer products; and their insurers. This position is open to our Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco. Key Responsibilities Taking depositions, arguing motions, and attending court hearings and mediations as required. Drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents. Conducting complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and drafting memoranda. Preparing status reports and recommendations to clients. Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation. Working on all aspects of litigation, from the initial responsive pleading through trial. Essential Skills & Experience Experience in the field of aviation, products liability or automotive warranty is ideal. Admitted to the CA bar. Discovery and Law and Motion experience. Experience with California Lemon Law, including the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. State and Federal court experience. Excellent academic credentials and work history. Superior writing, and analytical skills. Strong Interpersonal 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. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly. Strong work ethic. Attention to detail. Capable of working within a team. Salary The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. About Clyde & Co 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. Equality & Diversity 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. Privacy Notice 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. 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