Wilmington Delaware Hybrid

Litigation Associate

Elite Delaware Litigation Opportunity

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Wilmington office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in working on sophisticated stockholder class actions derivative litigation and complex commercial disputes before the Delaware Court of Chancery one of the nations premier business courts.

The Role

Stockholder class action litigation
Shareholder derivative litigation
Complex commercial litigation matters
Representation of corporations and their officers and directors
Delaware Court of Chancery litigation
Case strategy motion practice and discovery management
Depositions hearings and court appearances
Direct client interaction and substantive responsibility
Collaboration with a sophisticated litigation team handling high-profile corporate disputes

Ideal Background

Approximately 26 years of litigation experience
Experience with complex commercial litigation corporate disputes or shareholder litigation preferred
Experience before the Delaware Court of Chancery is highly desirable
Experience conducting internal investigations on behalf of special board committees is a plus but not required
Superior research writing analytical and advocacy skills
Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school required
Active Delaware bar admission required

Why This Opportunity

Opportunity to work on some of the nations most sophisticated corporate and shareholder disputes
Significant exposure to Delaware Court of Chancery practice
Representation of public and private companies boards of directors and executive leadership teams
Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility early in your career
Collaborative and highly respected litigation platform
Strong mentorship and long-term professional development opportunities

Compensation

$235000 $390000 depending on class year and overall experience.

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented litigators with this type of experience.

If youre open to a confidential conversation about the Wilmington market or would like additional information regarding these opportunities please feel free to reach out directly.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition