Litigation Associate, Delaware

Kobre & Kim; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobre & Kim seeks a Litigation Associate for its Wilmington, Delaware office. The role focuses on complex corporate and commercial litigation with cross-border elements in a firm dedicated to disputes and investigations.

The candidate should have a JD (2019–2023), be admitted to the Delaware State Bar, and show strong Delaware state court litigation experience, especially in the Court of Chancery. Clerkship is a plus.

Qualifications

• JD awarded between 2019 and 2023.
• Active admission to the Delaware State Bar.
• Demonstrated litigation experience in Delaware state courts, with emphasis on the Court of Chancery.
• Preferred: prior clerkship experience (Federal, Chancery, or Delaware Supreme Court).

Responsibilities

• Manage complex, high-stakes corporate and commercial litigation matters.
• Operate in a lead-counsel capacity, applying strategic thinking to client issues.
• Collaborate within cross-border teams on internal investigations, regulatory enforcement, and asset recovery matters.
• Draft and edit high-quality legal documentation for business and court audiences.

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Litigation Associate, Delaware

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

Graduated law school between 2019-2023; Juris Doctorate Degree; Admission to the Delaware State Bar; Strong litigation experience in Delaware state courts (particularly Court of Chancery).

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Kobre & Kim is seeking an intellectually curious, globally-minded Litigation Associate to join their Wilmington, Delaware office. The role focuses on complex, high-stakes corporate and commercial litigation, frequently involving cross-border elements, within a firm that specializes exclusively in disputes and investigations.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Juris Doctorate (JD) degree; law school graduation between 2019 and 2023.
• Licensure: Active admission to the Delaware State Bar.
• Experience: Demonstrated litigation experience in Delaware state courts, with specific emphasis on the Court of Chancery.
• Preferred: Prior clerkship experience (Federal, Chancery, or Delaware Supreme Court) is considered a significant asset.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage complex, high-stakes corporate and commercial litigation matters.
• Operate in a lead-counsel capacity, utilizing strategic thinking to solve client-specific problems.
• Collaborate within cross-border teams on internal investigations, regulatory enforcement, and asset recovery matters.
• Draft and edit high-quality legal documentation for business and court audiences.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Stipend: Not specified.