Job Description

Position Summary

The Attorney Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, training and development of the firm's litigation attorney team, ensuring the efficient handling of employment law cases. This position blends legal expertise with management responsibilities, requiring both a strong understanding of litigation and effective leadership to drive the firm's practice forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision
  • Manage and mentor a team of litigation attorneys
  • Provide direction and guidance on case strategy, client communication, and legal research.
  • Monitor the progress of cases and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities associates
• Case Management & Strategy
  • Lead complex employment law cases, including discrimination, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and harassment cases.
  • Oversee legal research, drafting of pleadings, motions, discovery, and other case-related documents.
  • Review and approve legal briefs, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Training & Development
  • Lead regular training sessions for associates on recent developments in employment law and firm best practices.
  • Stay updated on changes in employment law and industry trends to keep the team informed.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensing: Active member in good standing with the MN bar association.
• Experience:
  • At least 3 years of experience leading/managing attorneys.
  • Proven track record in case management and handling complex litigation legal matters.
  • Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role preferred.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, including state and federal regulations.
  • Excellent leadership, management, and team-building skills.
  • Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
  • High level of professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive client matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan with firm contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and other benefits.
• Continuing legal education (CLE) support.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Snapshot

• Employee Type:Full-Time
• Location:Minneapolis, MN
• Job Type:Legal
• Experience:3-5 years
• Education:Doctorate
• Date Posted:11/20/2024
• Contact: Sarah Germain (651) 372-7040
• Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 Annually

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