Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment group. This role involves supporting litigation, class action defense, restrictive covenant/trade secret litigation, and advisory practices. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing abilities, as well as experience handling labor and employment matters.

Location:

• Minneapolis, MN

Duties:

• Assist in labor and employment litigation cases, including class action defense

• Conduct legal research and case analysis

• Draft pleadings, motions, and advisory memoranda

• Represent clients in court and administrative hearings

• Advise clients on employment law matters, including compliance and risk mitigation

Requirements:

• Must be admitted to practice in Minnesota (or eligible for admission by practice in Minnesota)

• Minimum of one year of labor and employment advisory and/or litigation experience preferred

• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities

• Experience in class action or complex litigation matters is a plus

• Admission to practice in California is a plus

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in Minnesota (or eligibility for admission by practice)

Skills:

• Expertise in labor and employment law

• Strong advocacy and litigation skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively

• Excellent client communication and negotiation abilities

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Hybrid working policy

• 401(k) employer match and profit sharing

A boutique litigation law firm with regional and national clients, this law firm concentrates its practice in complex commercial, healthcare and insurance, labor & employment and product liability litigation matters. The firm hires from regional law schools and likes associates with strong interpersonal and advocacy skills. The compensation is at or slightly below market, and the billable hours requirement is quite reasonable.