Litigation Associate (3-5 Years) - Wilmington, Delaware

Womble Bond Dickinson • Wilmington, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking a litigation associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its Wilmington, Delaware office. The role offers the opportunity to take on increasingly substantive litigation responsibilities, working with experienced litigators on sophisticated commercial, corporate, intellectual property, and other complex disputes in Delaware courts and courts throughout the country.

Associates in the Delaware office participate substantively in all phases of litigation as both lead and Delaware counsel. The team works in a hybrid environment and offers regular mentorship, meaningful collaboration, and professional development within a national Am Law 100 firm that emphasizes a collegial, accessible, and entrepreneurial culture.

Requirements

• Admission to the Delaware Bar.
• 3–5 years of litigation experience involving Delaware commercial, corporate, or complex business litigation.
• Familiarity with the Delaware Court of Chancery, Delaware Superior Court, and U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware rules and practice.
• Experience drafting written discovery, conducting document review, and preparing for depositions.
• Experience independently drafting pleadings and briefs in support of motions.
• Sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and professional development.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Nice To Haves

• Intellectual property litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in case strategy and all phases of litigation as lead and Delaware counsel.
• Draft dispositive and discovery motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Manage discovery, including written discovery and document review.
• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Argue motions and participate in trials.
• Work collaboratively with experienced litigators and contribute to a close-knit team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed