Working Title: Associate General Counsel
Job Class: Compensation Attorney
Agency: Labor & Industry Dept
• Job ID: 86682
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes-Conditional
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/24/2025
• Closing Date: 07/14/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / Legal Services 2
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,368 - $105,841 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota. This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary/principal work location.
Attorneys in DLI’s Office of General Counsel provide legal representation and advice to DLI by applying knowledge of relevant laws, including those governing occupational safety and health, workers’ compensation, wage and hour, prevailing wage, women’s economic security, child labor, earned sick and safe time, data practices, official records, open meetings, combative sports, apprenticeship, dual training, the State Building Code and associated construction codes, and rulemaking under the Minnesota Administrative Procedure Act. Attorneys also provide legal representation to authoritative boards including the Plumbing Board, Board of Electricity, Board of High Pressure Piping Systems and Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board.
Job duties for this position may include:
• Representing DLI and authoritative boards in rulemaking proceedings.
• Representing DLI in regulatory and enforcement actions under its jurisdiction.
• Providing legal advice to DLI staff and authoritative boards on legal issues.
• Assisting senior attorneys in the Office of General Counsel with legal research, legal writing, rulemaking, contract review, and proposed legislation.
• Assisting Department staff in redacting not public information from documents in response to data practices requests.
• Advising the commissioner or designated decisionmaker regarding contested cases.
• Representing the Special Compensation Fund in workers’ compensation litigation at the Office of Administrative Hearings and Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals.
• Providing other attorney support as needed.
If selected for an interview, part of the interview process will include a timed writing component, which involves responding in writing to a legal scenario.
Minimum Qualifications
Current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota. The license must be in good standing.
Experiential Requirement:

• One year of experience as a licensed attorney in Minnesota providing legal representation or legal advice specializing in one or more areas of law under the purview of the agency (i.e., workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, wage and hour, prevailing wage, misclassification, construction, combative sports, apprenticeship), OR
• One year of experience as a licensed attorney providing legal representation or legal advice to a Minnesota governmental entity or to the federal government, if the employment was within the last five years, OR
• One year of experience as a judicial law clerk in Minnesota or federal court after graduation from law school, if the employment was within the last five years, OR
• Three years of experience as a licensed attorney providing legal representation or legal advice specializing in one or more areas of law under the purview of the agency (i.e., workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, wage and hour, prevailing wage, misclassification, construction, combative sports, apprenticeship) in another U.S. jurisdiction, one year of which could be experience as a judicial law clerk in another state court, OR
• Three years of experience as a licensed attorney providing legal representation or legal advice to a governmental entity in another U.S. jurisdiction, one year of which could be experience as a judicial law clerk in another state court, OR
• Comparable combination of equivalent experience as listed above.
  In addition to the above experiential requirements, the additional requirements below will be assessed.
• Legal writing, legal analysis and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to review legal documents for relevance, accuracy, correlation, completeness and compliance with applicable laws, and produce written work under time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
  Preferred Qualifications
• Litigation experience in the area of workers’ compensation.
• Experience with rulemaking subject to Minnesota’s Administrative Procedure Act or the federal Administrative Procedure Act.
• Experience with contested case proceedings subject to Minnesota’s Administrative Procedure Act or federal administrative law.
• Experience advising on the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the Official Records Act and the Minnesota Administrative Procedure Act, or similar federal laws.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation law, administrative law, labor and employment law, construction codes, workplace regulations, workplace safety or other employment-related legal areas.
• Experience providing legal advice to boards.
• Experience with areas of law with intersecting state and federal regulations.
• Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.
  Additional Requirements
  It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification.
  How to Apply
  Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
  Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview. To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:
  • Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
  • Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;
  • Be a United States citizen or resident alien;
  • Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214.
  To be considered under this legislation, you must meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; meet all of the above RSV criteria; and submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Caren.Miller@state.mn.us.
  Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis if you meet all of the following criteria:
  • Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
  • Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
  • Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
  To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Caren.Miller@state.mn.us, or fax 651-284-5723.
  Contact
  If you have questions about this position, contact Caren Miller at caren.miller@state.mn.us or 651-284-5119.
  To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Caren Miller at caren.miller@state.mn.us.
  About Labor & Industry Dept
  The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs.
  Working together to improve the state we love.
  What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
  • A sense of purpose in their work
  • Connection with their coworkers and communities
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  Benefits
  As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
  Your benefits may include:
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  o Fertility care, including IVF
  o Diabetes care
  o Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
  • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
  Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
  Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.

BI-LINGUAL HEALTH CARE NAVIGATOR

Position Type: Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt

Location: St. Cloud, MN 56301

Introduction:

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid (MMLA) is seeking a full-time Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Health Care Navigator. The person will be based in MMLA’s St. Cloud office and will work as a MNsure certified navigator with the agency’s Project Care team. Project Care provides outreach and healthcare enrollment assistance to residents in 13 Central Minnesota communities.

As an equal opportunity employer, MMLA is committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply. We welcome information about how your experience can contribute to serving our diverse client communities. Applicants are encouraged to share in their cover letter how they can further our goal of equal justice for all. We are committed to a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace.

What’s in it for you?

MMLA provides on-the-job training and mentorship, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

On Fridays, the office closes at noon and employees enjoy a half-day of paid flex time.

Why MMLA?

We’re not just ticking boxes. We’re genuinely committed to diversity. Bring your unique identity, experiences, and perspectives—we want them all!

Our mission? Equal justice for all. In your cover letter, tell us how your background can amplify this cause. Let’s change our lives together.

Discrimination and harassment have no place here. We’re building a respectful, supportive workplace where everyone thrives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Apply the principles of MMLA’s Racial Justice Values Statement in all interactions.

Assist community members to complete applications, renewals, and other required documents for health care coverage through MNsure or county-based systems.

Provide information and outreach to community members across the 13-county area served by the project.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively and competently with clients in both English and Spanish.
Ability to complete the MNsure navigator certification, including a background check.
Ability to do short travel within Central Minnesota.
Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the needs of low-income/vulnerable clients.
Creativity and the desire to work semi-independently.
Ability to collaborate with team members.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent analytical and written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office required.
Diverse economic, social, and cultural experiences preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:

Second language skills, particularly Somali, Spanish or Vietnamese.
Diverse economic, social, and cultural experiences.
Compensation Information:

$52,661 to $56,946 per year, depending on experience, plus benefits. Benefits include family medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) with employer match, FSA, employee assistance programs, and generous paid time off.
Application Submission:

Submit resume, cover letter, and three job-related references online at https://mylegalaid.org/employment.  Position open until filled.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in our employee selection process, please contact Ralonda Mason at rmason@mylegalaid.org.

Please direct all other inquiries to hiring@mylegalaid.org.

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

The Office of the General Counsel of the University of Minnesota is seeking a skilled, client-focused, and experienced lawyer to represent the Regents of the University of Minnesota in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts, and in other internal and external forums, and to advise on matters relating to student affairs and Title IX.
This position will focus on two key areas:

Litigation
Represent the Regents of the University of Minnesota in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts, and in other internal and external forums, as well as in managing and conducting internal investigations. Advocate for the University in connection with claims that may arise on any of the University's campuses or in any University department, statewide. Responsibilities may include all aspects of civil litigation practice, such as investigating the underlying facts, drafting pleadings, completing discovery, drafting and responding to motions, handling or assisting in a hearing or trial and any subsequent appeal. Matters will involve a wide variety of substantive legal issues, including employment matters, tort claims, contract-based disputes, real estate and construction issues, federal and state civil rights claims, regulatory matters and any other claim involving the University.

Advising: Student Affairs, Title IX, and Related Legal Matters
Provide counsel on matters related to student affairs, including Title IX compliance, student conduct and discipline, academic integrity, disability accommodations, and related higher education regulatory issues. Responsibilities will also include advice and representation in other areas as assigned by the General Counsel.

The MPCA is hiring three Associate General Counsel positions that provide legal advice to MPCA's environmental programs. These positions will each focus on an area of expertise (Data Practices, Legislation or Litigation).

The Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office at the University of Minnesota is seeking a highly qualified, motivated, and skilled individual to respond to complaints of discrimination, sexual misconduct and related retaliation through informal problem-solving and formal investigation processes. For more information and to apply, see https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/368620.

The MPCA is hiring three Associate General Counsel positions that provide legal advice to MPCA's environmental programs. These positions will each focus on an area of expertise (Data Practices, Legislation or Litigation).

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an Associate attorney with two to four years of experience in the intellectual property field to join the Trademark, Copyright + Advertising department in the Minneapolis, New York, Denver, or Salt Lake City office.

This Associate will work primarily on trademark and copyright matters, including: trademark strategy, clearance, prosecution, and enforcement matters, domestic and international; copyright strategy, analysis and filings and handling digital content issues such as fair use, URDP complaints and online enforcement and take down requests; drafting intellectual property related agreements such as licenses and rights transfer agreements; and assistance with due diligence in purchase, sale, and financing transactions that relate to intellectual property assets. The work may also include handling of opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (with litigation support as needed), and work on advertising, marketing and unfair competition matters.

The following qualifications are required:

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Two to four years of intellectual property experience in the trademark and copyright field, including trademark clearance, prosecution and enforcement; copyright prosecution and enforcement; domain name disputes and UDRP proceedings; intellectual property assignments or licensing; intellectual property-related due diligence in corporate transactions; and DMCA compliance matters
• Exemplary organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters

Track record of successfully managing client projects and deadlines with independence

• Experience with client interactions and direct communications
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
• Strong academic performance
• Bar admission in Minnesota, New York, Colorado, or Utah

Candidates who have experience on intellectual property agreements (in addition to licensing) and/or experience in advertising, contest, sweepstakes, and media/entertainment matters are preferred.

For Minneapolis applicants only, the salary range for this position is $205,000 - $215,000. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. The individual hired for this position may have the option of electing a lower billable-hours track with a proportional reduction in salary. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.

Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to attorneys working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefits package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; flexible time off; up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for attorneys who give birth; paid holidays; adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. Where applicable, attorneys may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or a productivity bonus, clerkship bonus, relocation expenses, and bar review expenses. First-year associates are also eligible for a salary advance and bar review stipend. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income to the recipient.)

You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

About Dorsey

Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.

Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success:

• Banking and Financial Institutions
• Development and Infrastructure
• Energy & Natural Resources
• Food, Beverage & Agribusiness
• Healthcare
• Technology

Among Dorsey’s many distinguished alumni are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser, Minnesota’s first woman judge Betty Washburn, former U.S. Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Zachary Carter, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

• Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
• Best Law Firms for Women (Seramount)
• 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
• Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

How to Apply
Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in connection with the application or interview processes, or you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5033.

Interested in mission-driven Labor and Employment Law work? Join the City of Minneapolis' Attorney's Office as an Assistant City Attorney - Labor and Employment. Advise the entire City enterprise as our in-house counsel and also represent the City in litigation and administrative matters, including grievance arbitrations. Please review the full job description linked here and apply!

Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead and advance the mission of this renowned non-profit civil legal aid organization. SMRLS was formed in 1909 and currently provides free civil legal aid to low-income clients in counties in the southern third of Minnesota and to migrant farm workers in Minnesota and North Dakota. SMRLS is funded primarily through state and federal grants, including funding from the Legal Services Corporation. SMRLS currently has a budget of slightly under $18 million and serves, annually, over 12,000 clients in nearly 10,000 legal matters. SMRLS has approximately 67 attorneys and 59 non-attorney staff. SMRLS also utilizes the services of many volunteer attorneys who annually provide over 1,000 hours of legal service to eligible clients. SMRLS has its primary office in St. Paul, Minnesota, and additional offices in seven other cities in its coverage area, and deploys attorneys and staff to hospitals and community clinics.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the principal leader, representative, and spokesperson for the organization. The CEO is hired by the Board of Directors and serves at the direction of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is primarily responsible for defining the mission of SMRLS and adopting policies consistent with that mission. The CEO is responsible for carrying out the mission of SMRLS consistent with the Board’s policies.

The mission of SMRLS is to provide a full range of high quality legal services to low income persons and eligible client groups in civil matters, in a respectful manner which enables clients to (1) enforce their legal rights (2) obtain effective access to the courts, administrative agencies and other forums which constitute our system of justice, (3) maintain freedom from hunger, homelessness, sickness, and abuse and (4) empower persons and assure equal opportunity thus helping people to help themselves and become economically self-reliant, to the extent their individual abilities and circumstances permit.

In advancing this mission, the CEO is supported by an Executive Team, which currently consists of the following positions, all of which report directly to the CEO: Director of Litigation and Advocacy, Director of Business Administration, Director of Finance, Director of Human Resources, and Director of Philanthropy. Acting through this Executive Team and through all the attorneys and staff employed by SMRLS, the CEO has the following duties and responsibilities:

• Engage, inspire, and lead the attorneys and staff to realize SMRLS’ mission, and organize the operations of SMRLS so that it can effectively carry out its mission

• Propose to the Board the substantive legal areas that shall be deemed priorities, how eligible clients shall be determined, and propose changes in the delivery of legal services to meet new challenges and opportunities

• Ensure SMRLS’ financial health and stability with oversight of its financial management systems, practices, and budget, and assist in fundraising

• Ensure the development of a long-term plan, including both short and long-range goals and the strategies to achieve those goals, and regularly assess and report to the Board on progress towards those goals

• Promote diversity and inclusion in all aspects of program activities, including bringing a racial justice lens to the delivery of legal services, hiring, retention, and leadership development

• Oversee all human resource matters including recruitment, selection, and evaluation of attorneys and support staff, establish wages and benefits for employees of SMRLS, establish the compensation to be paid to consultants, engage in collective bargaining, and establish employment policies

• Ensure that SMRLS has the facilities and systems in place to advance its mission, including embracing and promoting innovation in technology that will serve SMRLS’ mission

• Maintain and enhance SMRLS’ relationships with other legal aid organizations in the state and throughout the nation, as well as other poverty advocacy organizations

• Serve as an effective ambassador for SMRLS and its clients by nurturing collaborative relationships with the LSC and other funders, legislators, judicial leaders, volunteer attorneys, private donors, and business and civic leaders

• Serve as an effective advocate on behalf of SMRLS and the Legal Aid community by engaging with individual lawmakers, lawmaking bodies, legislators and lobbyists to influence the creation, amendment or repeal of laws that affect low-income individuals and vulnerable communities. This legislative advocacy includes but is not limited to advocating for policies that expand access to legal services, improve public benefits and address system inequities.

Experience, attributes, and qualifications that SMRLS is looking for:

• Passion for the mission of providing to low-income clients meaningful access to high quality civil legal services
• Ability to inspire dedication in attorneys and staff to provide excellent service to clients
• Commitment to and experience advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within an organizational structure and with community partners
• Ability to articulate, represent, and advocate for support for civil legal service for low-income people
• Ability to read and understand financial statements and make decisions consistent with a budget
• A JD degree and license to practice law in Minnesota, or eligibility for admission to the Minnesota bar within a reasonable time
• Experience practicing law in the public interest is preferred
• Experience in management of other attorneys is preferred
• Experience in working collegially and effectively with a unionized workforce is preferred
• Ability to establish and joy in establishing long term relationships with funders, board members, community leaders, and poverty advocacy groups that serve the client community
• Affinity for fundraising and establishing deep connections with the community
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the SMRLS service area
• Experience in understanding and implementing LSC requirements
• Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Personal attributes of professionalism, integrity, hard work, respect, empathy, humor, graciousness, and creativity

To apply for this position:
SMRLS is assisted in its search for an Executive Director by Patricia Pap, Consultant, Management Information Exchange, 508-737-4010 cell, ppap@mielegalaid.org, www.mielegalaid.org. Materials should be submitted electronically to ppap@mielegalaid.org in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Candidates with questions about the position, listed qualifications, or the search process are encouraged to contact her directly.

To receive full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit application materials by May 27, 2025. Submit the following:

1. Resume/CV,
2. A letter expressing your interest in the position,
3. Your qualifications for the job with reference to the specific qualities described above,
4. What you hope to contribute to SMRLS’ future, and
5. Names and contact information for three professional references.

Salary depends on experience based on a competitive public interest salary scale. The expected annual salary range is $150,000 to $200,000. The compensation for this position will ultimately depend upon the level of relevant experience possessed by the successful candidate. SMRLS’ excellent benefits package includes health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life/AD&D insurance, paid sick and vacation time, long-term disability, 403(b), paid holidays as well as paid license, bar association fees and CLEs. SMRLS offers a collegial and inclusive work environment.

SMRLS is committed to equal employment opportunities for all workers, regardless of race, gender, disability or other protected class status. SMRLS is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws and regulations. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

About the Position

The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a full-time, senior assistant city attorney position in its Civil Division. Duties will primarily include civil transactional and regulatory work and may also include litigation or other work as assigned with a primary focus on Labor Relations and Human Resources.
The pay range will be dependent on qualifications.
• Attorney Salary Level: $54.92 - $67.80 Hourly; $114,233.60 - $141,024.00 Annually (To be considered at the Attorney level, candidates must have at least 3 years of directly related experience.)
• Senior Attorney Level: $64.38 - $80.67 Hourly; $133,910.40 - $167,793.60 Annually (To be considered at the Senior Attorney level, candidates must have at least 7 years of directly related experience.)

The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is a premier public law office of 90-plus legal professionals and support staff practicing in all areas of municipal law including criminal prosecution, civil litigation, municipal governance, contract and procurement, code and licensing enforcement, planning and zoning and real estate and economic development.

Here’s what you can expect to do:
• Provides legal advice to the Department of Human Resources and Labor Relations on various employment law areas including employment related discrimination charges.
• Advises the RiverCentre Convention and Visitor’s Authority on employment matters.
• Provides general legal services and expert legal advice to the City Council, the Mayor’s Office.
• Drafts ordinances, resolutions, rules and policies.
• Prepares legal opinions or memoranda.
• Advises on Federal, State and City compliance requirements.
• Plans, organizes, mentors, and leads the work of other employees in varying positions within the Civil Division as requested by the City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, or Supervising Attorney.

Information Specific to this Position:
This position performs wide-ranging, expert level, highly-complex professional legal work in the Civil Division. The worksite for this position is at the St. Paul City Attorney's Office located in downtown Saint Paul. While some telework may be possible upon approval of the City Attorney, this position is not a remote position.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Position Requirements
Candidates for this position will have at least a Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota and at least five years of experience practicing law as an Attorney at the intermediate to senior level with the City of Saint Paul or equivalent.
Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota.

The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a position within the Civil Division. The pay range will be dependent on qualifications.
• Associate Attorney Salary Level: $51.77 - $58.90 Hourly; $107,681.60 - $122,512.00 Annually
• Attorney Salary Level: $54.92 - $67.80 Hourly; $114,233.60 - $141,024.00 Annually (To be considered at the Attorney level, candidates must have at least 3 years of directly related experience.)

This position reports directly to the Deputy City Attorney, Civil Division. The position performs wide-ranging professional legal work in the Civil Division of the Saint Paul City Attorney's Office for all types of civil matters.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Plans, organizes, mentors, and leads the work of entry level employees within the Civil Division as requested by the City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney.
• Provides legal advice to the City Council, the Mayor's Office, City departments, boards, commissions, and committees.
• Drafts ordinances, rules and policies.
• Drafts and negotiates contracts.
• Prepares legal opinions or memoranda.
• Represents the City of Saint Paul and its various departments, boards, and commissions in administrative cases and related matters.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements
Job classification and salary will be commensurate with experience.
Candidates for positions as an Attorney will have at least a Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota and at least three years of experience as an Attorney at the entry to intermediate level with the City of Saint Paul or equivalent. Preferred candidates will be admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Continued employment as an Attorney is contingent upon maintaining such licensure.

Nilan Johnson Lewis is a women-owned law firm with an innovative, team-based approach to the practice of law. We seek people who are dedicated to building the strongest possible law firm through deep and unique partnerships with clients. If you desire a professional atmosphere with a culture that emphasizes excellence, superior client service, long-term investment in client relationships, and teamwork, our firm is for you.

We seek an Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of product liability and/or business litigation experience to support our Product Liability/Complex Torts and Business Litigation Practice Groups. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience with or interest in the following:

• Drafting and responding to discovery.
• Motion practice, including preparation and argument.
• Case management and organization skills.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Development and discovery of experts.
• Trial assistance.
• Business development.

Qualifications:
• 2-4 years of product liability/complex torts and/or business litigation experience preferred.
• Exceptional research and writing abilities and analytical skills required.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills and a strong desire for client contact and hands-on litigation experience.
• Academic credentials will be weighed along with other indicators of ability, motivation and initiative.
• Must be admitted to practice in Minnesota (or eligible).

Compensation:
We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

The salary range for this position is: $165,000 - $174,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for this position. We have other benefits associated with this position which are listed below.

Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid Working Policy
• 401(k) Employer Match and Profit Sharing

How to Apply:
If you are an ambitious, hard-working, self-starter and are interested in this unique and challenging opportunity, you can apply at https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/KPAY07191.careers?ShowJob=721616329.

Please upload your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and a writing sample along with your application. For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact HR@nilanjohnson.com.

Job Summary
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Lands and Minerals Division is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Attorney 2 position.
The selected candidate will have the option to report to one of the following locations: St. Paul, New Ulm, Bemidji, Grand Rapids, MN. The specific location will be agreed upon at time of selection.
This position is responsible for assisting in managing legal issues assigned by the Division of Lands and Minerals Director, Assistant Director, or Legal Unit Supervisor. This position will assist with ethical, responsive, and effective legal expertise and services to the Division of Lands and Mineral and assists with agency-wide legal expertise and services in the areas in the areas of real estate and minerals law.
Responsibilities include:
• Legal advice in the land acquisition process, including performing title opinions, resolving title issues, reviewing surveys, and drafting legal real estate documents.
• Legal advice and assistance on regional real estate documents and issues, including leases, utility licenses, easements, trespass issues, boundary disputes, and school trust lands issues.
• Legal counsel on land exchanges, sales, quiet title actions, Torrens proceedings, and condemnation actions.
• Assists with the public sale of mineral and industrial mineral leases, the development of lease terms and conditions, and the issuance of mineral and industrial mineral leases through negotiation or public sale.
• Researches and interprets federal and state laws, regulations, and court cases to advise and direct the agency to ensure that programs and policies are administered in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
• Must have Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
• Current licensure in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in the practice of law including two years of legal practice in the area of real estate law.
• Demonstrated human relations and communication skills, effective writing, listening, persuasion and ability to develop consensus among diverse interests in an objective and fair manner.
• Problem solving skills sufficient to define, understand, analyze, prioritize, and recommend solutions to complex problems related to operations, policy, and program priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of clientele, both internal and external to the Division and Department.
• Ability to produce written products that are thorough in content and professional in appearance.
Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience in the areas of leasing, land acquisition, easements, conservation easements, title, survey review, and boundary and access issues.
• Experience representing a government entity in land transactions.

Law Clerk/Law Clerk I, Ramsey County, Judge Sophia Vuelo
Saint Paul, MN, United States (Hybrid)
Job Description
The Second Judicial District is accepting applications for a Judicial Law Clerk for Judge Sophia Vuelo. In this position you will work directly with Judge Sophia Vuelo who will be assigned to an adult felony criminal rotation and chambered at the Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN. This position supports Judge Sophia Vuelo and promotes the court's mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.

A Judicial Law Clerk will gain invaluable insight into legal and court processes within the Minnesota Judicial Branch in the Second Judicial District with a focus on the administration of justice.

Regular hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This position will require the ability to work full-time during these hours and dedication to occasional working outside normal business hours to complete the work and meet deadlines.

This is primarily an in person/on-site role with some remote opportunities, depending on business needs and a reliable internet connection will be required when working remotely, at the discretion of your supervisor.