Business Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A respected law firm is seeking a Business Litigation Associate with 4 to 6 years of experience to join its Minneapolis office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with a solid foundation in complex commercial litigation, looking for substantial responsibility and direct client engagement. The role offers a collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Location

• Minneapolis, MN

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses in complex business litigation

• Conduct legal research and prepare substantive memoranda

• Collect, review, and analyze documents in support of case strategy

• Participate in taking and defending depositions

• Support arbitration proceedings, trials, and appellate litigation

• Collaborate with partners and clients throughout all stages of litigation

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in complex commercial litigation

• Strong legal writing and research abilities

• Experience preparing pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions

• Familiarity with deposition practice and trial preparation

• Admission to the Minnesota Bar or eligibility for prompt admission

• Other state bar admissions are a plus

• Former federal clerkship experience is highly valued

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic record required

Certifications

• Admission to practice in Minnesota, or eligibility to obtain admission

Skills

• Exceptional analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to manage complex legal issues independently

• Strong organizational and project management abilities

• Effective communication with clients, colleagues, and courts

• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive work ethic

Benefits

• Direct access to challenging, high-value litigation work

• Meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement

• Competitive salary and generous benefits package

• Mentorship and support from experienced litigators

• Engaged and collegial team culture

This national litigation firm has offices in Atlanta, Boston, New York, Naples, Los Angeles and Minneapolis. About 10 attorneys work with the firm in the areas of business transactions, business litigation, technology litigation and intellectual property, and insurance and catastrophic loss. The firm has been ranked highly by BTI Consulting Group for ?Best Client Relationships? in 2014 and the firm's mass tort practices received Tier 1 ranking in 2013.