- Role: Corporate Governance Associate Attorney
- Location: Wilmington, DE
- Job Type: Fulltime - Onsite
About the Role
We are seeking a Corporate Governance & Appraisal Litigation Associate to join the growing Delaware office. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators handling sophisticated corporate governance, appraisal, and shareholder litigation before the Delaware Court of Chancery and other courts throughout the United States.
The ideal candidate is a junior litigation associate (Class of 2023 or 2024) with experience practicing before the Delaware Court of Chancery who is looking for substantial hands-on responsibility in a collaborative environment.
This is a full-time, in-office position. Candidates should expect to work primarily from the Wilmington office, with five days per week in the office preferred. Work hours are driven by the needs of active litigation matters.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal and factual research.
- Draft complaints, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
- Draft and respond to discovery requests, including document requests, interrogatories, requests for admission, and deposition notices.
- Perform document and privilege reviews, including preparation of privilege logs.
- Prepare attorneys for depositions, mediations, and trial.
- Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Analyze deposition testimony and litigation records.
- Assist with settlement negotiations and litigation strategy.
- Manage multiple litigation matters while meeting court deadlines.
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Class of 2023 or 2024 preferred.
- Experience practicing before the Delaware Court of Chancery is strongly preferred.
- Experience with corporate governance, appraisal, shareholder, securities, or complex commercial litigation.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation practice.
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Technology stipend.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick leave.
- Optional holidays.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Interview Process:
- Two to three virtual interviews with partners.
- Final in-person interview at the Wilmington, Delaware office.
Pay: $160,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction?
- What is your law school graduation year?
a) 2023 b) 2024 c) Other
- Do you have experience practicing before the Delaware Court of Chancery?
- How many years of litigation experience do you have?
- Do you have experience with any of the following? (Select all that apply)
a) Corporate Governance
b) Appraisal Litigation
c) Shareholder Litigation
d) Securities Litigation
e) Commercial Litigation
- Are you able to work on-site in Wilmington, DE five days per week?
- If you do not currently reside in Delaware, would you be willing to relocate?
- What is your expected annual base salary?
- Please mention your email, mobile number and the best time to call.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wilmington, DE 19801
