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Job description
Senior Associate/Counsel - Commercial Litigation
Experience: Senior Level
Salary: $240,000 - $260,000 per year
Job Details
A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced senior litigator to join its growing Wilmington office at the Senior Associate or Counsel level. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned Delaware practitioner to take on a leadership role within a dynamic, nationally recognized commercial litigation practice.
The Opportunity
This role is designed for a high-performing litigator who has built a strong foundation in Delaware Court of Chancery practice and is ready for broader responsibility, including direct client management, mentoring junior associates, and playing an active role in matter strategy and execution.
What You'll Do
Lead complex commercial litigation matters in the Delaware Court of Chancery and related courts
Draft and argue dispositive motions and other high-stakes filings
Take and defend depositions with confidence and precision
Participate in trial and trial preparation
Collaborate closely with partners and serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients
Help develop and mentor junior associates on the team
What We're Looking For
7+ years of litigation experience, with substantial time in the Delaware Court of Chancery
Superior research and motion drafting skills
Proficiency in taking and defending depositions
Trial and/or trial preparation experience
Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills
Strong academic background
Must be admitted to practice in Delaware
A bit about us:
Our client is a nationally recognized, full-service Am Law 200 law firm with more than 450 attorneys across offices spanning the East Coast from Boston to Miami and extending into the Midwest. The firm has deep roots in Delaware and a prominent presence in the Wilmington legal market, making it one of the most active firms in Delaware court practice.
The firm is known for its sophisticated commercial litigation practice, with particular strength in the Delaware Court of Chancery and the Complex Commercial Litigation Division of the Superior Court of Delaware. Their litigators handle high-stakes disputes involving corporate governance, fiduciary duty, M&A-related litigation, stockholder disputes, and complex business conflicts for a broad range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies and private equity sponsors to emerging growth companies and closely held businesses.
The firm offers a collaborative, attorney-first culture with clear paths for advancement, meaningful client exposure, and robust mentorship from senior practitioners. Associates work alongside partners on significant matters from day one. The firm is consistently recognized in Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and other leading legal rankings.
Why join us?
Competitive base salary and bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with firm contribution
Paid time off and firm holidays
Parental leave
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
CLE reimbursement and bar dues coverage
Professional development and mentorship programs
Hybrid work flexibility
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Worksite address
wilmington, DE, 19894, US
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