Associate - Corporate Litigation (Wilmington, DE)

DLA Piper•Wilmington, DE

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is seeking an Associate to join its Litigation group. The ideal candidate will have corporate litigation experience in the Delaware Court of Chancery with superior research, writing, and analytical skills. Securities and commercial litigation experience in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware is also highly valued. Additionally, strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, are important. The ability to multitask and prioritize is also required. We prefer candidates with immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds. Strong project management skills and attention to detail will be critical to success. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Delaware or have sat for the Delaware bar and are awaiting admission.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in the Delaware Court of Chancery or the District of Delaware
Superior research, writing, and analytical skills
JD
Licensed to practice in Delaware or have sat for the Delaware bar and are awaiting admission.
Immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.

Nice To Haves

Securities and commercial litigation experience in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware is also highly valued.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.