Litigation Assistant - June 2026 (Wilmington, DE ONLY)

Kobre & Kim • Wilmington, DE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Litigation Assistant (LA) position is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates or young professionals to gain hands-on experience in the fields of complex international civil and criminal financial litigation. LAs immediately become key members of case teams, often working directly alongside or in collaboration with the firm’s attorneys and balancing both long-term organizational responsibilities and substantive ad hoc tasks. LAs also support pro bono, knowledge management, and global business development to drive the firm’s practice and product innovation forward. As an LA, you’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your responsibilities adapt to the needs of each case team. This variety offers continual opportunities for learning and developing as a professional in the legal field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year university with a strong academic record (required)
• Ability to work outside standard business hours as needed, including late nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on assignments (required)
• Demonstrated skills in teamwork, communication, organization, attention to detail, and creative and anticipatory thinking
• Strong work ethic, proactivity, and an ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Please be aware that those extended offers for the Litigation Assistant role are expected to remain with the firm for a minimum of two years.

Nice To Haves

• Professional proficiency in one or more of the following languages is a plus: Arabic, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish.
• Interest in exploring financial markets and pursuing a career in law is welcomed but not necessary.
• Students of all majors, including STEM, finance, social science, and liberal arts are encouraged to apply.
• As Litigation Assistants, candidates should be prepared to take on critical organizational and case management responsibilities that enable case teams to operate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain case deadlines, contacts and electronic files
• Prepare attorney and client binders
• Prepare materials for meetings, court proceedings, and court filings
• Coordinate document delivery and logistics
• Develop and implement systems to support case team organization
• Review and analyze discovery and legal documents
• Conduct legal research under attorney supervision
• Attend court hearings and client meetings under attorney supervision

Benefits

• Compensation and benefits, including paid study leave, a language stipend, and a professional development stipend, are highly competitive with top-tier global consulting firms and local markets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level