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Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation Associate

McCarter & English, LLP
Wilmington, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026

McCarter & English, LLP, a well established and growing law firm, is seeking a talented and driven associate having 2-5 years of experience with a strong academic background and excellent writing skills, admitted to practice in Delaware. The ideal candidate will have experience handling litigation and other creditors’ rights matters in and out of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Salary range for this position is $170,000- $220,000 annually, depending on level of experience. Candidates must be eager to succeed in a fast-paced environment that rewards dedication and industriousness. Please send your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript to Christine Lydon, Chief Human Resources Officer, at recruiting@mccarter.com.

Benefits (if FTE requirements met):

  • Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution.
  • Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage.
  • Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions.
  • Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)

Additional Benefits:

  • Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
  • Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
  • Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
  • Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Other Compensation:

  • Eligibility for discretionary bonus.

McCarter & English, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $170,000 - $220,000

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