associate attorney

Scott+Scott is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Corporate Governance + Shareholder Rights Practice Group.

This is a full time, salaried role based at Scott+Scott Wilmington, Delaware office with the potential to win increasing responsibilities within the practice group and attain professional growth by demonstrating knowledge, aptitude, and skill.The pay for this role ranges from approximately $135,000 to $185,00, based on experience and expertise.

Essential Duties And 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.

Required Competencies

• 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.

Required Experience, Education And Certifications

• 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.

Benefits
Scott+Scott provides comprehensive benefits programs for eligible employees with the goal of empowering them and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially.

These Benefits Programs Include

• Medical, dental and vision plans with in/out of network coverage & Health Savings