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Scott+Scott · 6 days ago

Associate Attorney

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$140K/yr - $200K/yr

3+ years exp

Scott+Scott is an international law firm known for its expertise in representing corporate clients and institutional investors. They are seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Corporate Governance + Shareholder Rights Practice Group, with responsibilities including case management, drafting legal briefs, and engaging in shareholder actions.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Initiate shareholder demands and actions

Generate and answer discovery, including records requests

Conduct and defend depositions

Draft legal briefs and other court submissions

Actively engage in case management

Regularly communicate and coordinate with co-counsel

Travel to depositions, mediations, meetings and hearings as necessary

Qualification

Legal WritingResearchOral CommunicationTechnical SkillsEthicsLegal DegreeBar AdmissionTemperamentTimekeeping Software

Required

A minimum of 3 years experience as a practicing attorney

Legal degree from accredited institution

Current admission in good standing to any Bar in the United States

Admitted or willing to seek admission to the Delaware Bar

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations; listens and asks for clarification; responds well to questions; and argues effectively

Research – Conducts thorough legal and factual research relevant to matters; has familiarity with WestLaw and Lexis search products; makes effective use of legal precedent; and stays abreast of developments within relevant areas of the law

Legal Writing - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for content, grammar, and spelling; varies writing style to meet the given assignment; presents numerical and financial data accurately and effectively; and has the ability to read and interpret complex written information

Temperament - Demonstrates the ability to work independently; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; and works well under periods of pressure and short deadlines

Ethics – Always keeps client and firm information strictly confidential; and understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers

Technical Skills - Advanced proficiency with Microsoft suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint; and experience with timekeeping software

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

HSA

Firm provided Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance coverage for Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness

Pet Insurance

Care service resources for children and adults

401K with Matching

Parental Leave @ 100% pay

Additional Paid Family Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO)

10 observed holidays throughout the calendar year

Company

Scott+Scott

Scott+Scott is an international law firm that provides legal services in complex litigation, competition law and international arbitration.

Founded in 1975

Colchester, Essex, GBR

51-200 employees

https://scott-scott.com/

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