Corporate Litigation Attorney

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a 3+ years experienced Litigation Attorney to join a reputable firm in South Dakota. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex corporate disputes, including matters involving corporate governance, fiduciary duties, mergers and acquisitions, and shareholder issues. This role requires strong analytical abilities, exceptional writing skills, and the capacity to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Represent clients in complex corporate litigation, including shareholder derivative actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, M&A litigation, and other corporate governance disputes.

Manage all stages of litigation, including case assessment, strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-quality briefs, motions, memoranda, and other litigation filings.

Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and hearings.

Collaborate with transactional and corporate attorneys to analyze corporate structures, agreements, and regulatory issues relevant to disputes.

Advise clients-including corporations, boards, officers, and shareholders-on litigation risks, strategies, and potential resolutions.

Support settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution efforts.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in corporate law and relevant judicial decisions.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Active membership in the South Dakota Bar or willingness to obtain South Dakota Bar admission promptly after hire.

Admission to federal courts is a plus.

2+ years of experience in corporate litigation, securities litigation, or complex commercial litigation (range adjustable based on firm needs).

Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Strong understanding of corporate law, fiduciary duty principles, and business structures.

Ability to manage multiple complex matters and work effectively under deadlines.

Excellent communication, teamwork, and analytical abilities.

Background in M&A or corporate transaction work.

Familiarity with e-discovery tools, document review management, and case-management software.

Desired Skills and Experience

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a 3+ years experienced Corporate Litigation Attorney to join a reputable firm. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex corporate disputes, including matters involving corporate governance, fiduciary duties, mergers and acquisitions, and shareholder issues. This role requires strong analytical abilities, exceptional writing skills, and the capacity to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Represent clients in complex corporate litigation, including shareholder derivative actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, M&A litigation, and other corporate governance disputes.

Manage all stages of litigation, including case assessment, strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-quality briefs, motions, memoranda, and other litigation filings.

Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and hearings.

Collaborate with transactional and corporate attorneys to analyze corporate structures, agreements, and regulatory issues relevant to disputes.

Advise clients-including corporations, boards, officers, and shareholders-on litigation risks, strategies, and potential resolutions.

Support settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution efforts.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in corporate law and relevant judicial decisions.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Active membership in the South Dakota Bar or willingness to obtain South Dakota Bar admission promptly after hire.

Admission to federal courts is a plus.

2+ years of experience in corporate litigation, securities litigation, or complex commercial litigation (range adjustable based on firm needs).

Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Strong understanding of corporate law, fiduciary duty principles, and business structures.

Ability to manage multiple complex matters and work effectively under deadlines.

Excellent communication, teamwork, and analytical abilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.