Associate Attorney - Professional Liability

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in Professional Liability for its Wilmington, Delaware office. The role offers opportunities for client interaction and practice growth within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Duties

• Assist in defending professional malpractice cases, including lawyers and other professionals.
• Participate in D&O defense and employment defense matters.
• Engage in insurance coverage litigation.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys to develop litigation skills.
• Contribute to a team-focused practice group.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of legal experience in professional liability or related fields.
• Strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Interest in professional malpractice, D&O, and employment defense.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Delaware State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Firm-funded Lifestyle Account.

This firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to its minority hiring practices and its utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.