Business Litigation Associate

Kaufman Dolowich LLP•Wilmington, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kaufman Dolowich Wilmington office is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated business and civil litigation matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Associates will gain meaningful hands-on experience, direct client interaction, and strong mentorship while representing businesses, insurers, professionals, and corporate clients in a broad range of complex disputes. The position involves active participation in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is a motivated attorney eager to develop litigation skills, assume increasing responsibility, and build a long-term practice within a national law firm.

Requirements

Admission to practice in Delaware required
Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in defense litigation, commercial litigation, or complex business disputes
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
Experience managing discovery and e-discovery processes
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Admission to the Maryland and/or Washington, D.C. Bar
Commercial litigation experience
Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances
Commercial bankruptcy experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with all phases of complex civil litigation from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and discovery responses
Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy
Manage and coordinate discovery, including e-discovery
Participate in depositions, court appearances, mediations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings
Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates
Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
Handle sophisticated and high-exposure matters with professionalism and attention to detail