4 Star Rating

1 Review

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP

Main Office: Rodney Square, 1000 North King Street | Wilmington | DE | 19801

Phone: 302-571-6600 | Fax: 302-571-1253

Website: https://www.youngconaway.com

4 Star Rating

1 Review

   1 review

Write a Review

Year of establishment
1959

Number of partners
63

Number of offices
2

Partner to associate ratio
1.40

Biggest office
Wilmington

Percentage of women attorneys
22.10

Number of attorneys
126

Percentage of minority attorneys
2.80

Number of associates
46

Percentage of LGBT attorneys
2.80

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP Reviews

view all

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Current Employee Mr. San Francisco

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
: An expectation of total dedication can be highly unrealistic at certain times. So management should avoid having unrealistic expectations from their attorneys. Work force is getting older, firm need younger energetic, smart professionals which management should look for.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Prestige law firm, future growth opportunities, challenging work in some areas. The staff is very knowledgeable and knows how to build projects. I had lots of opportunity to work on high-level issues even as a junior, which really helped me to build a good resume. Good job stability and hard to get fired once you get past your probationary period.

What did you not like about this institution?
Like all other law firms, there's an aura of nervousness in the air. Based on your position, there may be very little opportunity for career advancement once you attain a certain level within the firm.

Career Opportunities:

Compensation & Benefits:

Work/Life Balance:

Senior Management:

Culture & Values:

Current or former employee?:
Current Employee

Length of Employment:
10+ years

   1 review

Overview

Discover the Excitement of Working at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP is a prestigious law firm that offers an exciting and rewarding work environment for attorneys and staff. With a rich history and a reputation for excellence, this firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients ranging from national corporations to small businesses and individuals. One of the key reasons why working at Young Conaway is so exciting is the opportunity to work on groundbreaking cases and shape legislative and case law in Delaware. The firm has played a significant role in many high-profile cases and has helped shape the legal landscape in the state for over half a century. Attorneys at Young Conaway are regularly asked to serve as co-counsel for some of the most significant bankruptcy and corporate law matters being decided in the courts today. In addition to its involvement in groundbreaking cases, Young Conaway offers a diverse range of practice areas for attorneys to specialize in. The firm's attorneys routinely appear before federal and Delaware state courts and agencies, and actively participate in issues before the Delaware legislature. With expertise in areas such as employment law, personal injury, real estate, tax planning, and business matters, Young Conaway provides its attorneys with a wealth of opportunities to develop their skills and expand their knowledge. Young Conaway's headquarters in Wilmington provides easy access to key legal institutions, including the United States District Court for the District of Delaware and the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The firm also has offices in Georgetown and Middletown, Delaware, as well as New York, New York, further expanding the opportunities for attorneys to work on a wide range of cases and collaborate with colleagues in different locations. Joining Young Conaway also means becoming part of a firm with a rich history and a strong network of alumni who have gone on to serve in prestigious positions. Many former partners have served as members of the state and federal judiciary or in public office, including Delaware's Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner, and members of the State legislature. Others have moved on to prominent corporate counsel positions. This network provides Young Conaway attorneys with valuable connections and opportunities for career advancement. In recognition of its excellence, Young Conaway has received numerous accolades and rankings. The 2014 edition of Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business ranked Young Conaway as a leader in eight practice areas and recognized 25 individual attorneys as leaders in their respective fields. The firm continues to be ranked in more practice areas than any other Delaware firm, with top recognition in areas such as Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, Labor & Employment, Real Estate, and Real Estate Zoning/Land Use. Corporate M&A, Corporate M&A – Alternative Entities, and Intellectual Property also received high praise from clients. Furthermore, Young Conaway attorneys have been consistently recognized by their peers for their expertise. Thirty-six Young Conaway attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2013 edition. This prestigious publication represents 30 specialties in all 50 states and Washington, DC and is compiled through a peer-review survey in which thousands of lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. In conclusion, Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP offers an exciting and rewarding work environment for attorneys and staff. With a diverse range of practice areas, the opportunity to work on groundbreaking cases, and a network of accomplished alumni, joining Young Conaway can provide attorneys and staff with the platform to develop their careers and make a significant impact in the legal field.

Practice Areas

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP practices law in the following areas and works with its clients to provide the best possible legal solutions.

Pro bono

Young Conaway bestows two pro bono awards each year to attorneys at the firm. The William F. Taylor Award is given to the associate who provides exemplary pro bono legal service to the community and the Bar. Likewise, The H. James Conaway, Jr. award is given to the partner who provides exemplary pro bono legal service to the community and the Bar.

Legal Jobs in Wilmington and Near Locations
Diversity Write a review

At Young Conaway, diversity is about fostering an atmosphere where all people are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and promoting attorneys and staff with a full range of backgrounds and experiences. Young Conaway believes that these diverse points of view enrich our firm, community, and the client experience. Exceptional legal work is continually achieved at Young Conaway by focusing on our core values of excellence, cultural awareness, and creativity through diverse perspectives.

Summer associate program

In 2010, Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP had a class of 7 summer associates. 6 of those summer associates were considered for offers. 5 offers were made.

More Law Firms in Wilmington

Richards, Layton & Finger, PA

From our firm’s beginnings in 1899, our lawyers have played key roles in shaping Delaware law, and we have remained at the leading edge of our state’s evolving corporate law practice. We began building our extraordinary reputation in corporate law from the start, but we soon grew into a multidisciplinary law firm, offering clients a wide range of expertise and experience under one roof. Now, although our roots as local lawyers go deep, we routinely handle matters that are in the national s...

Elzufon Austin & Mondell, P.A.

Elzufon Austin Tarlov & Mondell is a service oriented law firm with a broad range of practice areas. The law firm services the greater Wilmington, Delaware area, as well as the Delaware beaches. Founded in 1982 by John A. Elzufon, the firm grew to its present size faster than any other Delaware law firm. This was accomplished by an unwavering commitment to servicing client needs. The basic root of the firm is a general litigation practice. The firm also has an active transactional practice repre...

Friedlander & Gorris, PA

Friedlander & Gorris, P.A. is a litigation boutique focusing on corporate law litigation, alternative entity disputes, commercial litigation, and federal securities law cases in Delaware state and federal courts. The firm was founded in 1996 as Lamb & Bouchard, P.A. It was renamed Bouchard & Friedlander, P.A. in 1997, when Stephen Lamb became Vice Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery. The firm’s current name dates to 2014, when Andre Bouchard became Chancellor of the Court of Chance...

Legal Recruiters in Wilmington

BCG Attorney Search

Focused exclusively on attorney placements, BCG has built a strong reputation for matching lawyers with top-tier law firms across the country. They’re known for their rigorous vetting process and have placed thousands of attorneys, earning them a spot as one of the most influential recruiters in the legal field. Since the year 2000, the founder of BCG Attorney Search, Harrison Barnes, and his expert legal recruiters have placed thousands of attorneys and are at the top of their field in servicing attorneys. These businesses include the largest and most popular legal job site in the world,...

References

http://www.youngconaway.com/
http://www.lawfirmstats.com/
http://www.nalpdirectory.com/
http://www.vault.com/