Commercial Litigation Associate-Corporate Governance, Ownership and Merger/Acquisition Disputes (Mid-Level)
Ice MillerIce Miller is seeking a business litigation associate with 3-6 years of experience to join our Litigation team. The ideal candidate will have experience with sophisticated business disputes involving corporate governance, ownership, fiduciary duties, and transactions. Relevant experience may include disputes arising from mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions, including matters involving purchase agreements, earn-outs, indemnification claims, post-closing adjustments, representations and warranties, valuation issues, or related post-transaction claims. Familiarity with Delaware corporate law or Delaware courts is preferred, but this position can be located in any of the listed offices. In this position, you will: Manage complex matters through all phases of litigation or arbitration, including case strategy, factual development, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and hearing or trial preparation Draft pleadings, briefs, dispositive motions, and other substantive filings Analyze corporate governance documents, transaction agreements, financial records, and other business materials to identify key factual, legal, and damages issues Lead written and fact discovery, coordinate document review and production, prepare witnesses, and take and defend depositions Work directly with clients, financial professionals, and experts to understand business objectives, assess risk, and translate complex corporate and financial issues into practical litigation strategies Prepare for and support trials and arbitrations, including developing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, drafting pre- and post-hearing submissions, and assisting with courtroom or hearing strategy Evaluate corporate transaction documents and develop strategies for disputes involving purchase agreements, earn-outs, indemnification claims, post-closing adjustments, representations and warranties, and related post-transaction matters Requirements: 3-6 years of commercial or business litigation expe