Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a highly qualified litigation associate with four (4) to six (6) years of experience to join its growing, Chambers-ranked, Chancery litigation practice in Wilmington, DE. The ideal candidate will have Delaware Chancery Court experience, with exposure to matters involving shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims and other governance issues. Experience with commercial litigation and/or securities litigation is a plus. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and strong academic credentials are required. Our Litigation Department represents a wide range of regional, national and international clients in all types of complex litigation and regularly represents clients as lead counsel in Delaware's Chancery, Superior, and Supreme Court, and in Delaware District Court. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a national law firm with a collegial environment focused on attorney development. Active bar license in Delaware is required.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit [insert requested application materials] through our online application system. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is from $250,000 - $305,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.
In addition to the salary for this position, lawyers may be eligible for an incentive bonus program and/or a profit-sharing bonus program.
Ballard Spahr also offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, ten paid holidays and an employee assistance program. A detailed summary of available benefits can be found here on our Careers website.
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