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Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a mid-level associate to join the Labor and Employment group’s litigation team in our Minneapolis office. Ideal candidates will have three or more years of employment litigation experience and a strong commitment to client service. Candidates will have strong academic credentials and brief-writing skills, experience drafting charge responses, basic knowledge of laws governing employment relationships (Title VII, ADA, ADEA, etc.), and litigation experience in Minnesota state and federal courts.

If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.  Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.

We are committed to providing equitable access to employment for all and welcome qualified applicants with disabilities who meet the qualifications of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.  If you need an accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiting@faegredrinker.com to let us know the nature of your request.

Link to application.

Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a mid-level associate to join the Labor and Employment group’s litigation team in our Minneapolis office. Ideal candidates will have three or more years of&hell...

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USAO District of North DakotaAUSAMultiple locationsSeptember 13, 2023
Office of Information Policy (OIP)Law Student Volunteer (Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024)District of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
Criminal Division (CRM)Trial Attorney (FOIA/PA Unit)District of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)Volunteer Legal Intern/Extern - Spring 2024MinnesotaSeptember 13, 2023
USAO Eastern District of WashingtonAssistant United States Attorney - CriminalWashingtonSeptember 13, 2023
USAO Western District of WisconsinLaw Student Volunteer, SummerWisconsinSeptember 13, 2023
USAO Western District of WisconsinLaw Student Volunteer, Academic YearWisconsinSeptember 13, 2023
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Investigative Law Unit AttorneyDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
USAO Eastern District of PennsylvaniaAssistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division)PennsylvaniaSeptember 13, 2023
USAO District of UtahAssistant United States Attorney (AUSA) 23-UT-13UtahSeptember 13, 2023
Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)Attorney AdvisorDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
Civil Division (CIV)Unpaid Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year- Federal ProgramsDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
Civil Division (CIV)Unpaid Law Student Volunteer, Summer- Federal Programs BranchDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 13, 2023
United States Trustee Program (USTP)Trial AttorneyTexasSeptember 12, 2023
USAO Northern District of CaliforniaAssistant United States Attorney (Criminal)CaliforniaSeptember 12, 2023
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)LAW STUDENT VOLUNTEER SUMMER 2024CaliforniaSeptember 12, 2023
USAO Western District of MissouriAssistant United States AttorneyMissouriSeptember 12, 2023
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)LAW STUDENT VOLUNTEER SPRING 2024CaliforniaSeptember 12, 2023
Civil Division (CIV)Supervisory Attorney Advisor (FOIA/PA)District of ColumbiaSeptember 12, 2023
United States Marshals Service (USMS)Attorney-Advisor (General)VirginiaSeptember 12, 2023
Civil Division (CIV)Unpaid Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year- T-ETLDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 12, 2023
USAO Eastern District of PennsylvaniaAssistant United States Attorney (Civil Division)PennsylvaniaSeptember 12, 2023
USAO Eastern District of PennsylvaniaE-Litigation Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)PennsylvaniaSeptember 12, 2023
Civil Division (CIV)Trial Attorney- Torts Branch- Environmental Torts LitigationNorth CarolinaSeptember 12, 2023
USAO Northern District of GeorgiaSAUSAGeorgiaSeptember 11, 2023
USAO District of Puerto RicoAssistant United States Attorney (Appeals)Puerto RicoSeptember 11, 2023
INTERPOL WashingtonATTORNEY, CHIEF GENERAL COUNSEL (CRIMINAL), Supervisory GS-0905-15District of ColumbiaSeptember 11, 2023
National Security Division (NSD)Supervisory Attorney Advisor (Deputy Chief), GS-905-15District of ColumbiaSeptember 11, 2023
USAO Southern District of TexasSpring 2024 Law Student InternTexasSeptember 8, 2023
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)Law Student Volunteer, Spring 2024MichiganSeptember 8, 2023
Office of Legal Counsel (OLC)Attorney-AdviserDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 8, 2023
USAO District of KansasAssistant United States Attorney (eLitigation)KansasSeptember 8, 2023
USAO District of ConnecticutAssistant United States Attorney - CriminalConnecticutSeptember 8, 2023
Criminal Division (CRM)International Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property (ICHIP) Attorney AdvisorSeptember 8, 2023
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Criminal Justice Information Law Attorney - NICS ProgramWest VirginiaSeptember 8, 2023
Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)CLC Attorney AdvisorNew YorkSeptember 8, 2023
Criminal Division (CRM)Resident Legal Advisor, BrazilSeptember 8, 2023
National Security Division (NSD)Supervisory Attorney Advisor (Deputy Unit Chief, Special Operations Unit), GS-905-15District of ColumbiaSeptember 8, 2023
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)Attorney AdvisorVirginiaSeptember 8, 2023
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)Volunteer Legal Intern for Spring 2024CaliforniaSeptember 7, 2023
USAO Northern District of OhioLaw Student Volunteer, Spring 2024OhioSeptember 7, 2023
Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)Associate General CounselDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 7, 2023
USAO Eastern District of MissouriAttorneyMissouriSeptember 7, 2023
Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)Associate General Counsel, Ethics OfficerDistrict of ColumbiaSeptember 7, 2023
USAO District of MassachusettsAssistant United States AttorneyMassachusettsSeptember 7, 2023

Hiring Organization Job Title State Posted/ Updated USAO District of North Dakota AUSA Multiple locations September 13, 2023 Office of Information Policy (OIP) Law Student Volunteer (Spring 2024, Summ...

Flaherty & Hood, P.A., St. Paul, Minnesota, is seeking an associate attorney with 0 to 5 years of experience to join its growing practice representing and advising Minnesota cities and other local government units in the areas of general municipal law, land use and development, real estate transactions, and contracts. Education and a demonstrated interest in public sector law as well as some administrative hearings and/or litigation experience is preferred. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. provides competitive salaries and benefits, such as medical, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; health club and data plan reimbursement; and paid holidays and paid time off. Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to Chris Hood, Shareholder Attorney, at cmhood@flaherty-hood.com. More information about the firm is available at: http://www.flaherty-hood.com.

Flaherty & Hood, P.A., St. Paul, Minnesota, is seeking an associate attorney with 0 to 5 years of experience to join its growing practice representing and advising Minnesota cities and…

Provide support to licensed attorneys, preparing asylum applications, drafting motions and uploading documents into ECAS with the immigration court, preparing routine immigration forms for work and travel authorization, hardship waivers, “one-step” filings, removal of conditional residency, consular processing for fiancees and immigrant visas, and gathering supporting documentation needed for immigration filings and court proceedings. 

Specific duties include:

  • Work directly with attorneys to manage case load from the intake through processing, filing and adjudication.
  • Work under a licensed attorney to prepare family-based, humanitarian, asylum, and employment-based immigration filings, including drafting of detailed affidavits, legal analysis, country conditions analysis, and gathering documents in support of each type of filing.
  • Calendering of filing deadlines, renewals of work authorizations, extensions of status, filing eligibility for naturalization and immigration court deadlines.
  • Interview clients and draft supporting letters, personal statements, and immigration forms.
  • Preparing applications for relief in Immigration Court, written pleadings, motions, and supporting exhibits and uploading for immigration court filings.

Education and experience requirements:

Prefer paralegal degree or experience, or foreign equivalent.  Foreign language skills are a plus in addition to being fluent in English speaking and writing proficiency.

Work Location: In person at our office located in Minnetonka.

Please send your cover letter, resume and writing samples to: mfatkhiyev@thalvisa.com

Provide support to licensed attorneys, preparing asylum applications, drafting motions and uploading documents into ECAS with the immigration court, preparing routine immigration forms for work and tr...

Be part of an organization that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; to sustaining a vibrant and thriving economy; to making a real difference for the people in our community; and to providing a welcoming and engaging workplace. The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis (Bank) is seeking a candidate for a full-time Attorney or Senior Attorney position in its Legal Division. This attorney will practice as a generalist in typical in-house subject areas as well as in areas more specific to the Federal Reserve. The successful candidate must have strong legal analytical and communication skills and will thrive as part of a collegial and collaborative legal team.

Responsibilities:

Develop a working knowledge of core legal practice areas that impact the Bank, including but not limited to contracts, employment, banking supervision and regulation, discount window lending, payments systems, law enforcement, data and research, insurance, tax, and intellectual property.

Provide advice, counsel and other in-house legal services to Bank management and staff and interact regularly with attorneys from other Federal Reserve Banks and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Handle matters that may involve complex legal issues regarding the impact of applicable laws and regulations on the Bank’s business operations, policies, and strategic objectives.

Draft, negotiate, and review contracts and advise management of potential risks in contractual areas.

Conduct extensive legal research, assist in the planning of legal strategies, and support the Legal Division’s representation of the Bank in legal proceedings as needed.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate degree required and must be admitted to practice law in the state of Minnesota.

Some prior legal experience or judicial clerkship. To be considered for the Senior Attorney position must have 5+ plus years of experience.

Excellent legal research and writing skills.

Excellent analytical abilities along with sound legal and business judgment.

Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information:

The Bank believes in flexibility to balance the demands of work and life while also recognizing the necessity of connecting and collaborating with colleagues in person. Onsite work is an essential function of this position, and employees are expected to be in the office 3 days per week for meetings and team collaboration.

A requirement of this position is that the employee must be a "Protected Individual." A "Protected Individual" includes but is not limited to: (1) a citizen or national of the U.S.; or (2) an alien who is lawfully admitted to the U.S. for permanent residence and who applies for citizenship within six months of being eligible to apply for citizenship and, if offered a position with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, will sign a Declaration of Intent to Become a United States Citizen.

Our total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:

Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)

401K match, and a fully funded pension plan

Paid time off and holidays

Free public transportation passes

Annual educational assistance

On-site fitness facility

Professional development programs, training and conferences

And more…

The Minneapolis Fed is committed to developing a diverse workforce and providing an inclusive environment where all employees are respected and valued. We believe that we can foster development opportunities for all and reach our full potential by recognizing the unique experiences and identities of each of our colleagues. From economists to cash specialists, we work together to represent you in our economy.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Legal Family

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

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Be part of an organization that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; to sustaining a vibrant and thriving economy; to making a real difference for the people in our…

Faegre Drinker is actively seeking an attorney to join the Labor and Employment group in the Minneapolis office. Ideal candidates will be admitted to practice in Minnesota (or eligible for admission on motion) and have at least three years of experience in employment law matters and a strong commitment to client service and teamwork. Prior employment litigation experience is required and employment counseling or in-house employment law experience is preferred.

Faegre Drinker’s global Labor & Employment Group includes multiple teams, including its 35 member Counseling, Training, and Transactions (CTT) team of employment law professionals focused on developing and utilizing deep expertise to provide prompt and practical advice to assist clients in managing complex workforce matters. With a collaborative and team-based approach to counseling clients, the CTT team partners with clients to develop proactive strategies and solutions for addressing employment issues and mitigating the risk of litigation. As part of a large, full-service firm, members of the CTT team also regularly work with attorneys in other firm practice groups, including benefits & executive compensation, corporate, and intellectual property, on corporate transactions and other complex multi-disciplinary matters. Duties are expected to include a broad range of employment counseling and transaction-related matters, including hiring, terminations, wage-hour, disability and leave management, discrimination and harassment, M&A support, and drafting and advising employers on employment agreements, separation agreements, employment policies, and other transactional employment matters. Prior litigation experience will provide the knowledge and experience base to effectively identify and address legal issues, and candidates should have a strong desire to be part of an exceptionally collaborative team focused on serving clients. Candidates will have strong academic credentials, writing skills, interpersonal skills, and professional recommendations where appropriate.

This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online here and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Link to application.

Faegre Drinker is actively seeking an attorney to join the Labor and Employment group in the Minneapolis office. Ideal candidates will be admitted to practice in Minnesota (or eligible for…

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Contact: Anna Kerben, kerb0034@umn.edu

Office website: https://eot.umn.edu/

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. Position 357438. For more information and to apply, see https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/357438.

Location: Minneapolis, MN Contact: Anna Kerben, kerb0034@umn.edu Office website: https://eot.umn.edu/ The Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office at the University of Minnesota is seeking a high...

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an associate with three to six years of environmental, natural resources, energy, and regulatory law experience to join the Regulatory Affairs Practice Group in our Minneapolis office. This attorney will have the opportunity to represent and advise clients on a wide variety of environmental and energy issues arising in transactions, litigation and regulatory matters. 

The following qualifications are required:
- A JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Three to six years of experience with environmental, natural resources, energy, and regulatory law
- Minnesota bar admission or the ability to become admitted in Minnesota
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Strong academic performance

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.

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 (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 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 http://www.dorsey.com/attorneyjobs. 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 reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5033.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an associate with three to six years of environmental, natural resources, energy, and regulatory law experience to join the Regulatory Affairs Practice Group in&hel...

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a 3rd – 5th year Government Solutions and Investigations associate with experience in government-contracting matters including bid protests to join our Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. office. This associate will have the opportunity to work in all phases of government investigations, internal investigations, and government-facing litigation, from pleading through trial and appeal and in State and Federal courts throughout the United States. This position would involve significant responsibility over pending cases, in-court experience and active motion and trial practice. Specifically, this associate will handle the following types of tasks for complex litigation matters:
- discovery
- oral advocacy
- brief writing
- depositions
- research
- trial preparation 

The following qualifications are required:
- Three to five years of experience with government procurement advising and disputes, and claims against State and Federal agencies
- Minnesota or Washington D.C. bar admission, or the ability to be admitted to the Minnesota or Washington D.C. bar
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Strong academic performance

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.

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 (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 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 http://www.dorsey.com/attorneyjobs. 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 reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5033.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a 3rd – 5th year Government Solutions and Investigations associate with experience in government-contracting matters including bid protests to join our Minneapoli...

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 09/05/2023

Closing Date: 09/19/2023

S1 Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

S2 Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually

S3 Salary Range: $54.12 - $83.57 / hourly; $113,002 - $174,494 / annually

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office seeks an attorney to join its Employment, Tort, and Public Utilities Commission Division (“ETP”), which is housed in the Solicitor General’s Section of the Office.  The lawyer’s primary caseload will involve defending the State from employment and tort claims in state and federal court. There will also be opportunities to defend claims that Minnesota statutes are unconstitutional or to work on cases of state-wide impact.

One of the roles of the ETP Division is to defend the State and its agencies, officers, and employees from tort and employment claims. The attorney we seek to hire will have responsibility for a set of assigned cases (and charges), which the attorney will handle from the initial Answer or Rule 12 motion, through discovery, dispositive motion practice, mediation, trial, and appeal.  Mentorship and training are available through formal and informal channels. Because cases can be venued anywhere in the state, periodic travel throughout Minnesota may be required.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA
  • Licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensures within 90 days of hire
  • An interest in handling tort and employment cases on behalf of the State before administrative tribunals, district courts, and in the appellate courts;
  • Excellent research skills, and written and oral communication skills (a cover letter with a writing sample is required with application submission)
  • Ability to:
    • travel to counties throughout the state
    • litigate independently and make strategic decisions as lead counsel on a diverse caseload
    • multitask by managing a high-volume caseload and meeting tight deadlines
    • contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with colleagues, clients, counsel, judges, and members of the public
    • work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: (1) resume; and (2) cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages) in one document.

To be considered at the S2 level, candidates must have 6 years of related experience. To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have 12 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A judicial clerkship; and
  • Complex civil litigation experience.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, September 19, 2023.

  1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
  2. Apply for posting number 69232
  3. Direct Link

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

  • Training and professional development
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Paid parental leave
  • Low-cost medical and dental coverage
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Wellness programs and resources
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Health care spending and savings accounts
  • Dependent care spending account
  • Tax-deferred compensation
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants Date Posted: 09/05/2023 Closing Date: 09/19/2023 S1 Salary Range: $36.40 – $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 – $119,997 / annually S2 Salary Range:&n...

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a skilled, client-focused and experienced lawyer with excellent academic credentials to advise and represent academic departments and business units in complex business transactions.  The title under which the successful candidate will initially serve will depend on years of relevant experience.  The successful candidate must be able to prioritize multiple competing priorities and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients. Significant drafting and negotiation experience is a requirement, and experience working in an in-house environment will be strongly considered. The candidate will be expected to handle contracting matters and transactions from beginning to end with minimal supervision, participate in team-wide process improvement initiatives, and provide advice and guidance on complex legal matters to University leadership and departments.

The following are examples of matters on which the lawyer holding this position may be asked to provide advice:

  • Complex commercial contracts and transactions
  • Regulatory compliance (employee benefits, privacy, higher education)
  • Higher Education program agreements (affiliation and internship agreements)
  • Agreements to purchase or sell goods or services, agreements governing large gifts, and
  • Development of internal University policies and practices

Qualifications 

Required: The successful candidate must possess each of the following:

  • A Juris Doctorate granted by an ABA accredited law school
  • Admission to and good standing in the State Bar of Minnesota or eligibility for prompt admission
  • Highest level of integrity and professionalism
  • An ability to independently manage and prioritize work
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • A minimum of four years’ experience as a lawyer advising clients on business transactions

Desirable:

  • Experience in higher education, advising institutions of higher education, or as an in-house attorney
  • Knowledge and expertise in a broad array of practice areas including significant experience drafting and negotiating complex business agreements
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills and cross-cultural competencies
  • Having worked collegially and professionally in a diverse environment with peers, subordinates, and clients

Please see the University of Minnesota Employment website at https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs and search for job ID 357565.

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a skilled, client-focused and experienced lawyer with excellent academic credentials to advise and represent academic departments and business units ...

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The Research Department of the Minnesota House of Representatives is hiring one law clerk to provide legal research assistance for Legislative Analysts on any of the issues that may arise in the state legislative process.

House Research is a nonpartisan office that provides research and legal services to the entire Minnesota House of Representatives. For more information about House Research, see http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hrd/about.aspx

In general, the person hired must have successfully completed at least one year of law school and have excellent research and writing skills. The pay range is $26.80 to $36.30 per hour, depending on qualifications and educational level. The job is temporary, part-time, estimated 10-20 hours/week, depending on need, and requires in-office work. Start and end dates are flexible, but ideally the position will begin by early December at the latest and last until sometime in May.

Submit your current law school transcript, resume, and cover letter demonstrating skills and interest in this position via either email, fax, or mail to:

EMAIL: HRDjobs@house.mn
Email subject line must say: law clerk application

FAX: 651-296-9887

USMAIL: House Research Department
Attn: Law Clerk Applications
155 State Office Building
St. Paul MN 55155

Priority will be given to applications received by 9am on September 18, 2023, but will be accepted until the position is filled. Please do not send duplicate applications. All applicants will be notified when hiring is completed. References and writing samples required at time of interview. EEO/AA EMPLOYER

The Research Department of the Minnesota House of Representatives is hiring one law clerk to provide legal research assistance for Legislative Analysts on any of the issues that may arise…

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans by working at the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. We're currently hiring multiple investigators.

Read, share, and even apply below.

About the Position

As an investigator, you will thoroughly and impartially analyze and investigate claims of discrimination from members of the public, and determine whether the claims constitute violations of the Minnesota Human Rights Act, the state's civil rights law.

Job Details

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Salary Range: $26.14 - $38.38 / hourly; $54,580 - $80,137 / annually

How to Apply: Anyone interested in this position can view the full description and apply at mn.gov/mmb/careers/ with Job ID 68903. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter.

Hybrid Work Environment: To promote a culture of flexibility, we offer staff a hybrid work environment that varies by team, position, and business needs. This position will require in-office work at least one day a week. 

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Ly Her at ly.her@state.mn.us or 651-201-2434.

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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 08/21/2023

Closing Date: 09/11/2023

M3 Salary Range: $127,994 - $194,998 / annually

Telework Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) to serve as the attorney manager of the Public Safety Division, which is housed in the Health and Safety Section of the Office.  As the division manager, you will manage a division of 14 AAGs and 7 legal assistants who support the mission of the Office. The Public Safety Division represents the Commissioner of Public Safety on matters involving implied consent, revocations, forfeitures, and title matters; provide advice, counsel and representation to several boards; and respond to citizen inquiries. The work includes trials in district court, Office of Administrative Hearings, appellate advocacy, and civil litigation.

A successful candidate in this position will have the opportunity to support the mission of the Office by: 

  • Managing the division’s employees, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and evaluating team members 
  • Managing cases, including assigning cases, providing direct work on cases, and reviewing draft submissions of others 
  • Maintaining positive client relationships, whether internally or externally, through regular communication and coordination 
  • Managing division operations, including setting division goals, attending regular management meetings, compiling reports and budgets, and communicating key issues to the executive team 
  • Creating a positive and inclusive work environment in which the division can perform high quality legal work for the people of Minnesota 
  • Leading the division in carrying out the Office’s mission 

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensures within 90 days of hire 
  • Six or more years of civil or criminal litigation experience
  • Commitment to create a positive and inclusive work culture that obtains strong results 
  • Proven ability to lead in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment 
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills (a cover letter including a writing sample of up to five pages is required with application) 
  • Ability to travel to counties throughout the state 

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter and writing sample (of up to five pages) together.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ten or more years of complex civil litigation experience and/or in a law enforcement role
  • Management experience
  • Ability to critically examine, modify, and improve systems for caseload management
  • Experience using electronic files, case management tools, and e-discovery platforms

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Monday, September 11, 2023.

  1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
  2. Apply for posting number 68817
  3. Direct Link
  4. Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages).

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Jake Pleschourt at jake.pleschourt@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1057.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

  • Training and professional development
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Paid parental leave
  • Low-cost medical and dental coverage
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Wellness programs and resources
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Health care spending and savings accounts
  • Dependent care spending account
  • Tax-deferred compensation
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants Date Posted: 08/21/2023 Closing Date: 09/11/2023 M3 Salary Range: $127,994 – $194,998 / annually Telework Eligible: Yes Job Summary The Office of&...