Employment & Higher Education Associate Attorney

A respected law firm seeks an experienced Employment & Higher Education Associate to join its Labor, Employment, and Higher Education practice in Minneapolis. This role involves advising business clients on a wide range of employment-related matters, as well as supporting higher education institutions with compliance and policy needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in employment law, both in advisory and litigation contexts, and specific expertise in handling complex investigations and policy issues related to higher education.

Location

• Minneapolis, Minnesota

Duties

• Provide legal advice to business clients on employment-related matters
• Assist with research, drafting briefs, preparing pleadings, and developing employment policies
• Investigate complaints and prepare responses to charges
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance, including Title IX, FERPA, and VAWA-related matters
• Conduct training on topics such as sexual harassment, misconduct investigations, and workplace policies
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys and support staff to ensure comprehensive client service

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in employment law, including both advisory and litigation roles
• Strong background in legal research, brief writing, and preparation of pleadings
• Experience with investigating complaints and drafting policy responses
• Client-focused approach with excellent service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Minnesota

Skills

• Proficiency in employment law and regulatory compliance in higher education
• Exceptional analytical and writing skills
• Strong client relations and communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment
• Knowledge in responding to Title IX and related regulatory matters is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid work setting and “Dress for Your Day” environment
• Monetary support for business development efforts
• Access to professional development programming, mentorship, and inclusion networks

This is a full-service, established law firm with regional, national and international clients. Their practice area includes litigation, real estate, employment, finance and mergers & acquisitions, and government lobbying. This firm comprises lawyers with absolutely stellar academic credentials from top national law schools. The associates at the firm seem very happy. It has formal mentoring program for young lawyers, and associates are encouraged to be involved within the community. The quality of the work expected and produced at the firm is tops, and everyone works hard but the firm realizes that lawyers have a life outside of work. Compensation is very competitive.