Litigation Associate position based in the Wilmington, DE office.
Seeking candidates with 2-3 years of post-JD experience.
Active membership in good standing with the Delaware Bar is required.
Requires outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school, along with strong writing and research skills.
Essential experience includes significant corporate litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery and general litigation experience in other Delaware courts. Judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.
Preferred candidates will have experience advising financial sponsors or strategic buyers/sellers in complex, multi-stakeholder transactions.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters effectively in a deadline-driven environment, including strong prioritization and proactive communication, is preferred.
Interest in current market practices and legal developments relevant to private equity and M&A is beneficial.
The firm offers a 'McDermott Well' program focused on physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, emphasizing work-life balance.
The annual compensation for a 2nd-3rd year associate is expected to be between $235,000 and $260,000. The broader associate compensation scale extends up to $435,000.

May 27, 2026

Associate - Litigation - Wilmington

LitigationCommercial

McDermott Will & SchulteWilmington

Practice area

Litigation · Commercial

PQE

2-3 years

Location

Wilmington, Delaware

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Litigation Associate position based in the Wilmington, DE office.
Seeking candidates with 2-3 years of post-JD experience.
Active membership in good standing with the Delaware Bar is required.
Requires outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school, along with strong writing and research skills.
Essential experience includes significant corporate litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery and general litigation experience in other Delaware courts. Judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.
Preferred candidates will have experience advising financial sponsors or strategic buyers/sellers in complex, multi-stakeholder transactions.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters effectively in a deadline-driven environment, including strong prioritization and proactive communication, is preferred.
Interest in current market practices and legal developments relevant to private equity and M&A is beneficial.
The firm offers a 'McDermott Well' program focused on physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, emphasizing work-life balance.
The annual compensation for a 2nd-3rd year associate is expected to be between $235,000 and $260,000. The broader associate compensation scale extends up to $435,000.

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Last updated: May 28, 2026