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SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - CHANCERY LITIGATION
A prestigious AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a senior-level Associate Attorney to join its nationally-recognized Chancery Litigation Practice Group in Wilmington . This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of high-profile governance disputes in Delaware’s influential courts.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
- Active Bar Admission in Delaware, in good standing.
- 6+ years of substantive litigation experience, with a focus on Delaware Chancery Court matters.
- Chancery Experience: Demonstrated experience handling shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and corporate governance issues.
- Broader Litigation Skillset: Additional experience with commercial or securities litigation is advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation and collaborate closely with clients and senior attorneys.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to contribute meaningfully in high-stakes, fast-paced litigation environments.
- Soft Skills: Excellent writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills; attention to detail; and teamwork are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in high-level corporate and commercial litigation before Delaware’s Chancery Court, as well as Delaware Superior, Supreme, and District Courts.
- Handle shareholder disputes, governance controversies, fiduciary duty claims, and related matters.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; manage discovery; and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
- Partner with senior litigators and clients to develop effective litigation strategies and solutions.
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a Chambers-ranked Chancery litigation practice with a national reputation for excellence. 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.
- Competitive Compensation: Includes an annual salary range of $275,000 – $330,000, commensurate with experience and market conditions.
- Eligibility for the firm's profit-sharing bonus program.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; health savings account; emergency child and elder care; parental leave; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits.
- Additional Perks: Include fertility benefits, 16 weeks of paid childcare leave, and professional development resources, among others.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript .
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
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