Associate - General Liability & Workers' Comp., New Castle

plug-legal; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance bonuses

Robust benefits suite (medical coverage, 401k, etc.)

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

plug-legal is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of litigation experience to join their New Castle office. You will manage general liability defense and workers' compensation matters, contributing to a collaborative and supportive culture within a thriving regional firm.

This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working model and the opportunity to engage in dynamic legal tasks within a respected environment that prioritizes mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of dedicated litigation experience, primarily in general liability defense or workers' compensation.
• Active member in good standing of the Delaware State Bar.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage general liability defense and workers' compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and participate in trials and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and maintain legal deadlines.
• Travel for court appearances and client meetings.
• Deliver high-quality legal services as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Elevate your legal career by joining a premier litigation team in Delaware. We are seeking a high-caliber Associate Attorney (2-5 years) to join a thriving and growing regional powerhouse renowned for blending sophisticated legal strategy with a friendly, collegial culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a wide range of general liability defense and workers' compensation matters within a firm celebrated for its legal excellence and expansive reach across 13 locations.

About the Role

As an Associate in our New Castle office, you will serve as a core member of both our General Liability and Workers' Compensation practice groups. You will navigate complex legal and factual defense strategies for a diverse roster of clients. This role is designed for a practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses sharp critical reasoning, and is ready to integrate into a robust practice that values professional development, mentorship, and seamless team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Case Management: Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct well-reasoned legal research, and manage general liability defense and workers' compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Litigation & Trial Advocacy: Draft high-level pleadings, motions, and written discovery, while actively taking depositions and participating in arbitrations and trials.
• Proactive Communication: Partner closely with clients, the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel, ensuring absolute clarity and adherence to all legal deadlines.
• Mobile Advocacy: Travel as needed for court appearances, depositions, and client meetings across the region.
• Collaborative Execution: Deliver efficient, high-quality legal services as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of over 130 legal professionals, upholding the highest standards of client service.

Requirements

• Experience: 2-5 years of dedicated litigation experience, with a primary focus or demonstrated interest in general liability defense litigation and/or workers' compensation.
• Academic Background: JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and exceptional analytical skills.
• Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of the Delaware State Bar.
• Skills: Strong research, writing, and analytical capabilities, paired with excellent communication skills and an extreme attention to detail.

Why This Opportunity?

• Regional Prestige: Join a highly respected, growing firm supported by strong leadership, talented mentors, and a deeply collaborative culture across 13 strategic locations.
• Professional Growth: This position is situated in an environment that actively encourages career advancement, business development, and the cultivation of specialized litigation expertise.
• Dynamic Culture: Enjoy a truly friendly office environment that balances sophisticated, high-stakes legal work with a supportive and inclusive team dynamic.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a highly competitive compensation package, including performance bonuses and a robust benefits suite (medical coverage, 401k, and more).

Location / Working Model

• Location: New Castle, DE.
• Working Model: Our firm values the synergy of in-person collaboration and mentorship. This role operates in a flexible hybrid capacity out of our New Castle office, fully integrated into a modern professional environment.