Business Litigation Associate (Full-Time) ( Hybrid in Wilmington, Delaware )

Career Developers Inc. a distinguished staffing and consulting firm is proud to celebrate 30 years of service excellence. As a GSA Contract holder we offer comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide. By selectively partnering with clients who share our values we ensure productive collaborations that set us apart in the industry. Our dedication to candidates involves managing expectations with precision through business intelligence thorough interview preparation transparent communication and exceptional feedback throughout the process.

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• Admission to practice in Delaware is required
• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience preferably in defense litigation commercial litigation or complex business disputes
• Strong legal research writing analytical and oral advocacy skills
• Experience managing discovery and e-discovery processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment

My Client a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas is actively seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join the team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on complex business and civil litigation matters in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
Our attorneys receive meaningful hands-on experience direct client interaction and strong mentorship while representing businesses insurers professionals and corporate clients in a broad range of complex disputes.

Associates are given the opportunity to take an active role in all phases of litigation including case strategy motion practice depositions court appearances mediations and trial preparation.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated attorney who is eager to develop litigation skills assume increasing responsibility and build a successful long-term practice within a growing national law firm.

Practice Exposure

Our Delaware office handles a diverse range of sophisticated litigation matters including:

• Directors & Officers (D&O) liability
• Insurance coverage litigation
• Employment litigation
• Professional liability defense
• Civil rights litigation
• Real estate disputes
• Commercial and contract litigation
• Complex business disputes

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of complex civil litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings motions briefs legal memoranda and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy
• Manage and coordinate discovery including e-discovery
• Participate in depositions court appearances mediations hearings and other litigation proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
• Handle sophisticated and high-exposure matters with professionalism and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in Delaware is required
• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience preferably in defense litigation commercial litigation or complex business disputes
• Strong legal research writing analytical and oral advocacy skills
• Experience managing discovery and e-discovery processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational case management and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Admission to the Maryland and/or Washington D.C. Bar
• Commercial litigation experience
• Experience handling depositions motion practice mediations and court appearances
• Commercial bankruptcy experience is a plus