Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A nationally recognized law firm in Wilmington, Delaware, seeks a litigation attorney to handle complex commercial cases. You will draft motions, manage discovery, and collaborate closely with senior attorneys. Ideal candidates will have a J.D., active Delaware bar license, and 2+ years of litigation experience. This full-time role offers competitive pay, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to high-stakes cases within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of Delaware.
• 2+ years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Experience appearing before the Delaware Court of Chancery and/or Superior Court.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct legal research, and prepare briefs.
• Manage discovery, including document review and depositions.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Writing

Client interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $190,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a nationally respected law firm while working on sophisticated, high-stakes commercial litigation matters
• Gain early responsibility, real client exposure, and hands‑on courtroom experience
• Work within a deeply collaborative environment that prioritizes mentorship and long‑term growth
• Clear runway for professional development and advancement within a large national platform
• Be part of a firm that consistently earns strong national rankings and attorney satisfaction scores

Location

On‑site in Wilmington, Delaware — work closely with attorneys and clients in a market‑leading commercial litigation hub.

Primarily on‑site with some hybrid flexibility depending on the team. Fully remote is not available

Note

This role requires an active Delaware bar license and prior experience handling complex commercial litigation matters in Delaware courts.

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence across more than two dozen cities and a deep bench of attorneys across a wide range of sophisticated practice areas. They are known for investing in their people, providing early client exposure, and offering a clear path for attorneys who want to grow their skills and careers within a collaborative, high‑caliber legal environment.

Job Description

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, conduct legal research, and prepare briefs and memoranda
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert coordination
• Appear in Delaware Court of Chancery and Superior Court Complex Commercial Division matters
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on high‑profile cases
• Interface directly with clients and opposing counsel
• Contribute strategically to case development and litigation planning

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the State of Delaware
• 2+ years of complex commercial litigation experience
• Experience appearing before the Delaware Court of Chancery and/or Superior Court Complex Commercial Division
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Large law firm or judicial clerkship experience is a plus

Why Youll Love Working Here

• National platform with local‑market sophistication
• Strong mentoring culture and meaningful partner access
• Early responsibility without sacrificing support
• Exposure to complex, precedent‑setting matters
• Long‑term career growth within a respected firm

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Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance