Legal Jobs in New Castle, DE

Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a defense litigation attorney to join their Wilmington, DE team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience. General liability, professional liability or toxic tort defense litigation experience is preferred.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in DE.

Competitive base salary 120k to 175k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Prominent national law firm is in need of a Litigation Practice Assistant for the Wilmington, Delaware office.

The Litigation Practice Assistant will:

-Have 3+ years of relevant Delaware paralegal experience

-Support 5 attorneys

-Draft various legal documents and correspondence

-Handle e-filing with local, state, and federal courts

Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a defense litigation attorney to join their Wilmington, DE team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience. General liability or professional liability defense litigation experience is preferred but not required.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in PA, NJ or DE

Competitive base salary 100k to 175k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Innovative Driven is currently seeking an Associate Attorney (Commercial Litigation) to join a growing law firm. This is an exciting opportunity to work from Wilmington/Lewes, DE in the corporate and commercial litigation practice area.

The ideal candidate will have at 1-3+ years of Commercial/Business experience, but the firm is open to considering candidates with litigation experience from other sectors.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a dynamic and busy law practice! The role is hybrid, with 3 days onsite in Wilmington/Lewes, DE 2 days remote!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting/reviewing/responding to discovery documents
• Conducting and/or defending depositions
• Court appearances
• Motion practice
• Performing research

REQUIREMENTS:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to Delaware bar
• 1-3+ years of litigation experience is required
• Chancery experience preferred

The Wilmington, Delaware office of Akerman LLP seeks Litigation Associates with 2 to 5 years of experience in business litigation. Experience litigating matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery is required, as well excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the Delaware State Bar. Hybrid and remote work arrangements are available.

About the Firm

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country's premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States. To learn more about our firm, please visit us at Recognitions

• Top 100 U.S. Law Firms (The American Lawyer)
• Among the Most Innovative Law Firms (Financial Times)
• Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms (Vault)
• Ranked among the Top Large Law Firms for Diversity (Law360)
• Ranked among the Top 30 Large Law Firms for Gender Equity (Law360)

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We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can reach their full potential, no matter their race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation or genetic makeup.

Note to Search Firms

Akerman LLP will not accept unsolicited resumes or other unsolicited candidate information from Search Firms. Submissions will only be considered when a fully executed fee agreement is in place. Search firms should contact for additional information.

Title: Bankruptcy Attorney (Chapter 11)

Location: Wilmington, DE (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Billable Requirement: 1,850 hours annually

About the client:

The client is a premier law firm focused on delivering strategic, high-impact legal solutions to businesses navigating complex financial and restructuring matters. Their Wilmington office sits at the center of one of the most active bankruptcy jurisdictions in the country, offering attorneys exposure to sophisticated Chapter 11 cases and nationally significant restructurings.

The client is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Attorney with substantial Chapter 11 experience to join our Wilmington, Delaware office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex corporate restructurings, represent debtors and creditors in high-profile proceedings, and collaborate with a nationally recognized team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent debtors, creditors, committees, and other stakeholders in Chapter 11 proceedings
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and contested matters in bankruptcy court
• Lead and support plan negotiations and confirmation processes
• Conduct 363 sales, DIP financing matters, and adversary proceedings
• Provide strategic restructuring advice to corporate clients
• Manage case strategy, timelines, and client communications
• Supervise junior associates and coordinate with financial advisors and other professionals

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the Delaware Bar (or ability to obtain promptly)
• 4+ years of bankruptcy experience with a strong focus on Chapter 11

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$200,000 – $250,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]

Real Estate Paralegal

Wilmington, DE | Hybrid | Up to $90,000

Our client, a respected law firm in Wilmington, DE, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join their team on a hybrid schedule. This role is ideal for a detail‐oriented professional with 3+ years of real estate paralegal experience who thrives in a collaborative, fast‐paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage commercial and/or residential real estate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, leases, amendments, closing documents, and related correspondence.
• Coordinate and assist with real estate closings, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of settlement statements, checklists, and closing binders.
• Perform due diligence, including title and survey review, document retrievals, lien searches, UCC filings, and zoning research.
• Draft and file UCC financing statements and manage follow‐ups and renewals.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, and opposing counsel to facilitate smooth and efficient transactions.
• Organize and maintain transaction files, track critical dates, and ensure compliance with firm procedures and deadlines.
• Support attorneys with document management, scheduling, and other administrative tasks related to real estate matters.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Real Estate Paralegal within a law firm or in-house legal environment.
• Strong understanding of real estate transaction processes, closing procedures, and title/survey review.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management systems, and title/closing software.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfort working with clients and external parties.
• Paralegal certificate or relevant academic background preferred.

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: Up to $90,000, commensurate with experience
• Schedule: Hybrid, offering flexibility and work‐life balance
• Competitive benefits package available

Are you ready to step into a role that offers real hands-on litigation experience, high-level exposure, and a culture that values both excellence and work-life balance?

A fast-growing, dynamic litigation boutique is expanding its Delaware office and looking for a talented mid-level litigation associate to join the team.

Why This Firm?

Get the sophisticated, high-stakes work of Big Law—without the bureaucracy (work has followed the Partners at this firm from the likes of Kirkland, RLF and others).

Real courtroom experience—2nd-year associates here take witnesses at trial.

A tight-knit, collaborative culture where attorneys actually like each other.

No pressure to grind out 2500+ hours—1850 billable minimum with merit-based bonuses.

Leadership that values family and flexibility, not just the bottom line.

Who Should Apply?

Mid-level litigators from Big Law or strong commercial/bankruptcy litigation practices who want more substantive experience (willing to be flexible on experience for motivated, hard working candidates that are above or below the mid-level range).

Hard workers who want to lead cases, not just push papers.

Candidates with strong academic credentials—they value brains over school rankings.

Delaware-barred attorneys.

Compensation: ~$190 to 250K (flexible) based on experience, competitive bonuses, strong benefits, and a culture that supports career growth without burning you out.

This is not just another job—it's a chance to build something special in Delaware litigation.

Apply today to learn more about this one-of-a-kind opportunity.

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Large national law firm seeks an experienced bankruptcy paralegal. This is very hybrid position

assisting attorneys in preparation of correspondence, pleadings, bankruptcy motions, etc.

Knowledge of bankruptcy court procedures and practices essential. E-file with federal and state

courts. Knowledge of Chapter 11 (Reorganization) experience essential. Excellent work environment, salary to$135,000.

Attorney: Trust & Estate Associate

Location: Wilmington, Delaware

The Opportunity

Are you a Trust & Estate Associate looking to move beyond the Big Law model and gain direct access to high-level fiduciary work?

Our client is representing an elite, Chambers-ranked boutique in Wilmington that is widely recognized as a leader in sophisticated Delaware trust matters. This is a rare opportunity to work side-by-side with Tier-1 partners on complex fiduciary litigation and strategic trust planning for ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complex trust and estate litigation matters, including fiduciary disputes and contested proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and court filings in Delaware courts
• Assist with trust modifications and related strategic planning matters
• Support case strategy, client counseling, and trial preparation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in trust and estate law, litigation and Estate settlement.
• Admission to the Delaware Bar required

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $200,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Billable Target: 1,800 hours annually
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (eligibility applies)
• Competitive PTO package and firm-recognized paid holidays

A law firm’s growing Wilmington office is seeking a mid-senior level corporate attorney with at least 3 years of experience who is able to hit the ground running and handle the bulk of bankruptcy cases independently.

This firm handles unique and sophisticated matters involving Chapter 11 debtors, Chapter 15 debtors, creditors’ committees, liquidating trusts, secured and unsecured creditors, acquirers of assets, and investors in bankruptcy cases.

This is a great opportunity for attorneys who want more hands-on experience and to grow with a firm.

Must be admitted to practice in Delaware.

Billables 1950

Salary range is $220,000 - $245,000

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, and parental leave. This firm is hybrid with typically 3 days in office per week.

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• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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COGENCY GLOBAL, INC.

THE RIGHT RESPONSE

AT THE RIGHT TIME,

EVERY TIME

Position Title: Entity Account Executive

Location: East Region (Charlotte, NC or Newark, DE)

Employment Type: Fulltime

Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Overview

This is an exciting time to join Cogency Global. Come be a part of a highly established, revered, and profitable international service company.

As one of 16 Entity Account Executives in North America, you will join the East team and will report directly to our East Entity Regional Sales Director in Newark, DE. The Entity AE will initiate new client relationships, as well as maintain and expand existing client accounts in our East Region. To be successful, the Entity AE will develop a deep knowledge of our agency and compliance product lines, along with a general knowledge of our transactional product lines.

The Ideal Candidate Is...

Grateful & humble. You’re someone who practices gratitude and appreciates the opportunities you’ve been afforded while also instilling gratitude in others. You’re confident, but mindful of how to balance your confidence with humility.

Results-driven. You’re a self-motivated contributor who first and foremost is passionate about sales and achieving results. You expect yourself to hit – if not exceed – your goals and know how to make it happen in a team environment.

An industry insider. You have Corporate Services industry experience, and insight into the markets Cogency Global operates in including Legal, Entity, other professional

services, and nonprofits.

A charismatic communicator. You have superior written and verbal skills and enjoy communicating with both internal and external stakeholders. A significant part of this job includes interacting with customers, closing deals, and working with other leaders across the organization. Being friendly, likable, even keeled and outgoing is a critical component of success at Cogency Global.

Franchise minded. You always strive to improve, you energize those you surround, and draw people towards your path. You build bridges, take ownership of your business and WOW your customers every day.

What You’ll Do

• Establish, maintain, and expand new and existing entity clients within your assigned territory/sector
• Maximize revenue growth by achieving & exceeding sales quotas
• Generate and follow up on leads while continually researching and qualifying prospective customers and buyers (a true hunter mentality)
• Strategically schedule and execute meetings within your territory/sector
• Provide online and in-person product demonstrations
• Keep Salesforce up to date on a weekly basis with pipeline and activity data, and supply management with oral and written reports on activities and customers when requested
• Participate in trade shows, seminars and other sales and marketing led events
• Provide clear and effective written proposals for current and prospective customers
• Develop and coordinate budgetary needs with your Regional Sales Director as needed

What You’ll Need

• A Curious, Courageous and Coachable mindset.
• A proven track record of successfully meeting and exceeding sales objectives
• Ability to effectively prospect and qualify leads while performing needed assessments, engaging technical resources as required
• Utilize solution-selling and value-selling techniques to effectively guide the sales process to close
• Upsell and leverage business from new and established customer relationships
• Resolve client issues in a timely and thorough manner; escalates issues to manager as appropriate
• Remain informed of service line, competition and industry trends that may impact client business activities
• A demonstrated ability to balance the identification and development of new client relationships with the nurturing and expansion of existing client relationships.
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience to Entities (SMB, Mid-Market and/or Enterprise)
• Prefer experience within the Legal Services industry (not required)
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills with a consultative professional business acumen
• Must be detail oriented, organized, ethical, responsible, and self-motivated
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Salesforce or a similar CRM

· Strong interpersonal skills: ability to rapidly develop and cultivate relationships with peers, partners, and key influencers. Be confident and assertive, but with a fun, friendly and collaborative approach.

Together, we live our Core Values

Integrity: Doing the Right thing even when no one will know and walking the talk

Fairness: We have an open-door policy with access to all including the CEO at any time in a friendly & collaborative environment.

Fun: We believe in a fun work environment & have many team events that support the ‘fun’ culture

What We Offer

· Educational assistance program for all of our eligible staff members

· An Organization that gives back to Society – We offer Paid community service days to all our eligible staff members and NYC Headquarters participates in number of charity drives throughout the year

· A commitment to diversity & inclusion

· 401k up to 5% price match, Access to FSA,

· 80% covered Medical Insurance & 80% covered Dental & Vision Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

About Us

We are a fast-paced, high-volume plaintiff's personal injury law firm dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured clients. Our team is passionate, driven, and committed to providing outstanding client service while achieving top results.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in personal injury law (preferred but not required), strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a high caseload efficiently. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in supporting both attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and manage legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and case dockets
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel
• Order, review, and summarize medical records and bills
• Assist with discovery, deposition preparation, and trial preparation
• Maintain organized case files in both electronic and paper format
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a personal injury or litigation law firm strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and case management software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professionalism, dependability, and a client-focused attitude

Our client, a well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Counsel to join their Wilmington, DE team. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of general liability or professional liability defense experience.

This position can be primarily remote from office.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in Delaware

Competitive base salary 175k to 200k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

The Legal Secretary provides comprehensive administrative and legal support to litigation attorneys in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for managing case documentation, court filings, calendaring deadlines, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the litigation practice. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in court procedures and legal document preparation.

Location: Wilmington, DE

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, correspondence, and trial materials
• File documents electronically (e-filing) in state and federal courts in compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Maintain attorney calendars, including tracking court dates, hearings, depositions, and filing deadlines
• Coordinate service of process and communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and vendors
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness lists, and trial notebooks
• Schedule depositions, mediations, and client meetings
• Process billing entries, expense reports, and time tracking as needed
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation secretarial experience (law firm experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and rules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with e-filing systems (state and federal courts)
• Strong typing, formatting, and document production skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills

Great Opportunity to join large law firm with busy commercial litigation practice.

Firm is seeking an experienced legal administrative assistant to coordinate day-to-day

operations of Managing Partner's practice. Coordinates Partner's travel. Prepares original

letters, memos and other correspondence. Assists in billing matters.

Candidates MUST have Chancery Court filing experience.

Candidates must live in the Wilmington Metropolitan Area.

Responsibilities

. Drafting routine and complex legal documents for attorney review

• Legal fact and basic legal research
• Assist with case management
• Organize and electronically file pleadings
• Coordinate and schedule calendars and Provide trial assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years' as Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal