Business Litigation Associate

Kaufman Dolowich, LLP•Wilmington, DE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Delaware office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated business and civil litigation matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Our attorneys receive 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. Associates are given the opportunity to take an active role in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will be a motivated attorney who is eager to develop litigation skills, assume increasing responsibility, and build a successful long-term practice within a growing national law firm. Practice Exposure Our Delaware office handles a diverse range of sophisticated litigation matters, including: Directors & Officers (D&O) liability Insurance coverage litigation Employment litigation Professional liability defense Civil rights litigation Real estate disputes Commercial and contract litigation Complex business disputes

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