Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Title: Labor And Employment Associate Attorney (Minneapolis, MN)

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a highly qualified Labor and Employment Associate Attorney. This role involves managing a broad range of employment litigation, including complex cases and collective actions, providing high-level legal advice, and contributing to the firm’s litigation strategy. The position is ideal for an experienced attorney looking to elevate their career by working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Duties:

• Manage single-plaintiff employment litigation cases and assist with large-scale, complex litigation.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys on case strategies and litigation tactics.
• Draft legal briefs, discovery requests, and responses.
• Interview witnesses and prepare comprehensive presentations of the facts.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Perform detailed legal research and draft research memoranda.
• Provide sophisticated legal advice in various employment law matters.
• Participate in trial work when necessary.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 4-6 years of experience in employment litigation and legal counseling within a law firm setting.
• Must be admitted to the Minnesota bar or have the ability to become admitted in Minnesota.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school is required.

Certifications:

• Must have or be eligible for Minnesota Bar admission.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with a sharp legal mind.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience managing cases from inception to resolution.
• Commitment to diversity and personal professional development.

Job Location:

• Minneapolis, MN

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible time off and paid holidays.
• Generous parental leave policy, including adoption assistance.
• Access to wellbeing programs and mental health resources.
• Pre-tax reimbursement accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
• Child and elder care assistance.
• Travel assistance programs and virtual tutoring services.
• Discretionary bonus eligibility (based on performance and other factors).

This is an international law firm with offices all over the US as well as Latin America, Asia and Europe. This firm has made a name for itself in representing technology companies, and has particular expertise in intellectual property matters. It hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools, and requires a superior academic record. It clients range from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 companies, from individuals to government and public entities, and from commercial enterprises to non-profit institutions. The firm maintains a collegial atmosphere, and everyone at the firm seems to get along with one another. Compensation is at the top level for the Twin Cities, and the billable requirement is reasonable. This firm is a great fit for someone interested in a firm that has an international reputation as being one of the premier law firms for lawyers interested in a technology practice, including finance, mergers & acquisitions, litigation and trial, and intellectual property matters.