Clyde & Co has an exciting opportunity for a litigation attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join our aviation, aerospace, automotive, and product litigation and regulatory practice. This role will be almost exclusively focused on automotive warranty litigation. We are seeking a bright and motivated litigator with significant experience in warranty matters, particularly California Lemon Law claims under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the litigation process, possess excellent writing skills, and be highly proactive in managing their caseload.
The open position is for an attorney located in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco but we are also open to other locations in California and elsewhere for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Managing all aspects of automotive warranty cases, including California Lemon Law claims under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act;
- 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 initial responsive pleading through trial.
Education and Experience
Experience in automotive warranty litigation is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will also possess:
- Extensive experience in automotive warranty litigation, including the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act;
- Discovery and law and motion experience;
- State and federal court experience;
- Excellent academic credentials and work history.
Skills and Abilities
- Superior writing and analytical skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature;
- Ability to manage time-sensitive matters, sometimes several simultaneously;
- Strong organizational and time management skills;
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly;
- Attention to detail and a strong work ethic;
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and driven litigator looking to focus almost exclusively on automotive warranty litigation while contributing to a dynamic and diverse practice.
The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $190,000. 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.
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