Associate Attorney, Litigation Matters

A law firm in Saint Louis Park, MN, seeks a Litigation Matters Associate Attorney to provide comprehensive litigation support to non-profit clients. This role requires expertise in crisis management, risk mitigation, conflict resolution, and strong leadership skills to manage a team of support professionals.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to new and existing non-profit clients, ensuring tailored strategies that meet their unique needs.
• Advise non-profit organizations on crisis management, risk mitigation, negotiation, and conflict resolution, acting as a key resource for their boards of directors and key staff.
• Offer strategic and pragmatic approaches to litigation matters, assisting non-profit organizations in navigating legal challenges.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal documents, including complaints, answers, motions, and correspondence.
• Coordinate discovery efforts to support the litigation process, including compiling requests and responses.
• Manage and lead a team of support professionals, ensuring effective delivery of litigation services.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar is required
• Admission to the federal District of Minnesota is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience, specifically in litigation; 5-7 years of overall attorney experience preferred.
• Mastery of the rules of civil procedure, general practice, and evidence.
• Strong research, analytical, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of non-profit and/or employment laws and regulations is a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of litigation practices and procedures.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and document drafting.

Benefits:

• Offers a healthy work-life balance with approximately 20-40 hours per week.