Litigation Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 235,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in Wilmington seeks a 2nd–3rd year Associate for its Litigation practice. This position offers an opportunity to manage complex corporate litigation cases at the Delaware Court of Chancery and enhance your legal skills as part of a leading litigation team.

The ideal candidate will have significant corporate litigation experience and excellent academic credentials. The compensation ranges from $235,000 to $260,000 depending on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2nd–3rd year associate qualified for the Delaware Bar.
• Significant experience in corporate litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex corporate and commercial litigation matters in Delaware courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and other substantive court filings.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis.

Skills

Corporate litigation experience

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school

Member in good standing of the Delaware Bar

Job description

A leading global law firm is seeking a 2nd–3rd year Associate to join its Litigation practice in Wilmington. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on sophisticated corporate litigation matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery and other Delaware courts, alongside one of the market’s premier litigation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complex corporate and commercial litigation matters in Delaware courts
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and other substantive court filings
• Conduct legal research and case analysis
• Support litigation strategy and case management throughout all stages of a dispute
• Work on matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery and other Delaware courts
• Assist with discovery, depositions and hearing preparation
• Collaborate with clients and litigation teams on sophisticated corporate disputes

Who You Are

• 2nd–3rd year associate
• Significant corporate litigation experience in the Delaware Court of Chancery
• General litigation experience in Delaware courts
• Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school
• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills
• Strong organisational and communication abilities
• Judicial clerks are strongly encouraged to apply
• Member in good standing of the Delaware Bar

Compensation

Salary Range: $235,000 – $260,000 (DOE based on class year)

Benefits: Market‑leading compensation, comprehensive benefits package and extensive professional development opportunities.

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to learn more or express interest.