DLA Piper LLP (US) · New York, NY

Litigation Of Counsel - M&A at DLA Piper LLP (US) — New York, NY

Full-timeNew York, NY$400,000–$525,000/yearPosted 2026-06-26Apply on Workday
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Summary

DLA Piper is seeking an Of Counsel to join our Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. This position is open to our Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, DC, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Short Hills, and Wilmington offices.

Bar Admission

  • Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying

Experience

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in M&A post-closing indemnity disputes and/or representations and warranty insurance disputes
  • Experience with M&A transaction documentation and damages calculations

Responsibilities

  • Communicates with clients.
  • Supervises associates.
  • Disputes:
  • Collaborates with experts.
  • Assists with fact development and depositions.
  • Reviews and drafts discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda.
  • Develops case strategy.

Desired Skills

Superior research, analytical, and writing skills are highly preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, are a must. The ability to multi-task and prioritize is also required. Strong project management skills and attention to detail is critical to success.

Essential Job Expectations

  • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
  • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
  • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
  • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
  • Foster positive work relationships;
  • Comply with all firm policies and practices;
  • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
  • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
  • Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Disclaimer

Application Process All candidates must provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a writing sample not substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant.

Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact LitigationTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com. Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.

Search Firms

Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to LitigationTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $400,000 - $525,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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