Litigation Associate

Litigation/Labor and Employment Associate Position Opening (2-4 Years’ Experience) Felhaber Larson has an immediate opening for a litigation/employment associate with 2-4 years of experience. This is a partner-track position. While the immediate need will be primarily in the commercial litigation and employment practice groups, this associate will have the opportunity to explore all of Felhaber Larson’s practice areas, including its real estate, transactional, and corporate practice groups, among others. Within the litigation practice group, this associate will litigate a diverse case load, including: labor and employment litigation, commercial and general business litigation, partnership/shareholder disputes, real estate litigation, construction litigation, and more. This associate will be expected to handle the following types of tasks: Conduct legal research and draft research memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents; Collaborate with senior associates and partners on case strategy and tactics; Draft discovery requests and responses to discovery requests; Take and defend depositions; Draft non-dispositive and dispositive motions; and Prepare for hearings and trial and assist with trials. With the labor and employment practice group, the associate will be involved with wage and hour litigation, employment litigation (both individual claims and class actions), employment advice and counseling, responses to administrative charges, employee handbook reviews, and other similar assignments. The successful attorney’s skillset includes: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills; Excellent analytical skills; Aptitude to prioritize multiple responsibilities and a workload of diverse matters in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner; and Solid work ethic, sound legal judgment, initiative, and versatility. Requirements: Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school; and Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota or ability to become licensed in Minnesota within 3 months. Salary and Benefits: Felhaber Larson offers competitive compensation that is commensurate with experience, an excellent benefits package and a generous retirement program. Annual Salary Range: $155,000 - $195,000. Our benefits package includes: 401(k) with generous matching Dental Insurance Life, AD&DD and LTD Insurance Health Savings Account Felhaber is also committed to providing strong mentoring to associates as well as a flexible working environment. For more information about our firm, visit Felhaber is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action employer and encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Felhaber Larson