Business Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a skilled Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join their litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial, civil, and business litigation matters with a national and international client base. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in complex litigation and a deep understanding of litigation procedures. This role provides exposure to high-stakes cases, including trade secret and non-compete litigation, intellectual property disputes, and merger and acquisition-related litigation.

Duties:

• Represent clients in all phases of general commercial, civil, and business litigation from pre-trial through trial and appeal.
• Handle complex commercial litigation matters, with a focus on trade secrets, non-compete, intellectual property, and merger and acquisition litigation.
• Manage the litigation process, including discovery, e-discovery, and motion practice.
• Draft legal briefs, motions, and other court filings with precision and attention to detail.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and oral arguments, ensuring effective representation of clients.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and legal teams to handle litigation matters and ensure effective case management.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in Minnesota or eligibility for admission.
• 2-5 years of experience in a litigation-based practice with a focus on complex commercial litigation.
• Prior experience in trade secret, non-compete, intellectual property, or merger and acquisition litigation (preferred).

Certifications:

• Admission to the Minnesota Bar (required or eligible for admission).
• Federal judicial law clerks are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of litigation procedures, including discovery, e-discovery, and motion practice.
• Strong legal writing and research skills, with a demonstrated ability to draft motions, briefs, and legal opinions.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage and conduct depositions, hearings, and oral arguments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to develop effective legal strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently when needed.

This full service international law firm has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and China. They have over 750 legal and consulting professionals that solve complex and business challenges.