Associate Attorney needed for Minneapolis office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm located in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking an Associate Attorney with a minimum of three years of experience in areas such as professional liability, personal injury, insurance coverage, and appellate law. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to join a team of experienced trial lawyers. The role offers hands-on exposure to a diverse range of litigation cases and an environment that fosters professional growth and skill development.

Duties:

• Develop case strategies and conduct in-depth legal research.
• Draft complex legal briefs and documents.
• Represent clients by taking depositions and participating in mediations.
• Argue motions and assist in trials, often serving as second chair.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to build litigation tactics.
• Engage in all aspects of litigation from case inception through resolution.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in insurance defense, professional liability, personal injury, or appellate law.
• Proven ability to conduct legal research and draft clear, effective legal documents.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple cases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota.

Skills:

• Litigation and trial preparation.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Communication skills for interacting with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Negotiation and mediation experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases.

Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN

Benefits:

• Medical insurance.
• Retirement plan (including 401k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• Discretionary bonuses are based on performance and contributions to the firm.

This law firm is widely recognized for providing legal defense services to clients in professional liability and injury lawsuits in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Its wide range of practice areas includes motor vehicle accidents, liquor liability, wrongful death and catastrophic injury, premises liability, insurance agent and broker liability, professional disciplinary matters, civil litigation, real estate law, and insurance coverage. The firm's office is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.