Associate Attorney - General Liability
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Legal
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, representing clients in mediation, drafting and answering discovery requests, tr
- Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies.
- This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner.
- This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions.
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
- Admission to the state bar of Delaware is required. Admission to Ohio plus.
Full description
O’Hagan Meyer is seeking a Litigation Associate with at least 3-6 years of experience in commercial and/or general liability litigation to join its Wilmington, DE office. Experience in mass torts, class actions and professional liability defense (skilled care facilities, hotels/motels, lawyers, architects and engineers, sports teams) is a plus.
This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide-range of defense litigation matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients.
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.
O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.
Requirements
- This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, representing clients in mediation, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance.
- Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies.
- This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner.
- This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions.
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
- Admission to the state bar of Delaware is required. Admission to Ohio plus.
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid schedule.
- Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
- Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters.
- Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates.
- Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs.
- Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.