COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

CHANCERY COURT SPECIALIZATION

Location: Wilmington, DE

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Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking a skilled mid-level Associate Attorney to join their Commercial Litigation Practice Group in Wilmington. This is an exciting opportunity for a Delaware litigator with experience in Chancery Court to handle high-profile cases for a diverse client base.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Delaware, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience with commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all elements of complex litigation, including case work-up and trial preparation.
• Extensive experience drafting and reviewing discovery and motions, handling depositions, negotiating settlements, and appearing in court.
• Significant experience litigating in Delaware's Chancery Court.
• Prior leading law firm or clerkship experience strongly preferred.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to contribute meaningfully in high-stakes, fast-paced litigation environments.
• Soft Skills: Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills; attention to detail; and teamwork are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in high-level commercial litigation before Delaware’s Chancery Court, as well as Delaware Superior, Supreme, and District Courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; manage discovery; and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Provide strategic counsel for settlement negotiations.
• Collaborate with a strong team of litigators to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work directly with clients to provide excellent service and legal solutions tailored to their needs.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, aiming to grow and support the firm's national practice.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to elevate your career in a nationally-respected commercial litigation practice that has extensive experience working with high-profile clients in Delaware's Chancery Court. You’ll work on some of the most complex and impactful business disputes in the country, in the courts that define U.S. corporate governance. The firm offers a collegial, supportive environment that prioritizes attorney development, meaningful client engagement, and early responsibility. If you are looking to elevate your litigation career in Delaware’s courts, this position offers the tools, mentorship, and visibility to do so.

Compensation & Benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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