7-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Labor, Employment, and Higher Education Attorney to provide legal support and advice to our business clients on employment, labor relations, and higher education matters. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in employment law, with a strong emphasis on advising and litigation. Experience in the higher education sector is preferred but not mandatory.

Duties:

• Conduct in-depth legal research on employment, labor, and higher education issues.
• Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Draft, review, and update employment policies and contracts.
• Investigate misconduct complaints and provide strategic guidance to clients.
• Prepare responses to charges related to employment disputes.
• Offer comprehensive legal advice and counsel to clients on labor, employment, and higher education matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in employment law, including advising and litigation roles.
• Proficiency in research, legal brief writing, and drafting legal documents.
• Prior experience in the higher education sector is preferred.
• Strong academic credentials, including a . from an accredited law school.
• Membership in the State Bar and eligibility to practice law in Minnesota.
• Exceptional analytical and writing abilities.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Membership in the State Bar and eligibility to practice law in Minnesota.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Legal brief writing and document drafting.
• Employment law expertise.
• Higher education legal knowledge (preferred).
• Strong client service and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Collaborative team player.

Job Location:

Minneapolis, MN

Benefits offered:

The firm provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as a professional, challenging, yet comfortable working environment, for the selected candidate.

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