Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney on behalf of a multi-state law firm based in Golden Valley, MN. The successful candidate will handle various aspects of litigation, primarily focusing on creditors’ rights and collections. This role offers a dynamic work environment with no billable hours, no evenings, and no weekends. The firm values integrity, results, and doing right by its clients and employees.

Duties:

• Provide thorough legal assessments and advocacy during the legal collection process, both in and out of court.
• Prepare and sign pleadings for all phases of litigation, including handling court appearances and first-chairing trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, parties, and court staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Implement collection strategies, including garnishments, depositions, and repossessions.
• Guide and train administrative staff, and perform legal research as needed.
• Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Manage cases through the litigation lifecycle, including traveling to various courts in Minnesota.
• Attend continuing education seminars and remain informed of changes in federal, state, and local laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 1-7 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably in creditors’ rights and collections.
• Active membership in the Minnesota State Bar.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Excellent analytical, time management, and communication skills.
• Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and collaborate with others.
• Superior judgment and problem-solving abilities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 (compensation determined by experience, education, and skills).
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional dues.
• Professional liability coverage.
• Bonus and commission potential.
• Casual and professional work environment.

This motivated law firm started in Minneapolis and over the years has expanded into Nebraska, Utah, Wisconsin and Arizona. As a firm with almost a decade of experience, they are extremely client focused. They ensure their services are top quality and they follow through with all requests. They specialize in compliance , retail and commercial creditors rights and commercial transactions & litigation. This firm puts all their effort into being successful as a firm and achieving success for their clients.