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Associate - Employment Litigation AttorneyMeagher + Geer PLLP • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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Associate - Employment Litigation Attorney

Meagher + Geer PLLP
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    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
  • US
    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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We are seeking a *Mid-Level Employment Advising and Litigation Associate* with *3–6 years of employment law experience* to join our dynamic legal team. This role is ideal for a motivated attorney who enjoys counseling employers on a wide range of workplace legal issues and litigating employment claims. The position offers a balanced opportunity to work in both an *advisory* and *defense litigation* capacity, supporting a diverse client base that may include public and private employers across various industries.
*Key Responsibilities*
* *Legal Counseling:* Advise HR professionals and management teams on legal risks related to hiring, discipline, employee leave, terminations, workplace investigations, and performance management.
* *Policy Development:* Draft, review, and update employment policies, employee handbooks, and SOPs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
* *Compliance Guidance:* Provide strategic advice to clients on legal compliance, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and other relevant employment laws.
* *Transactional Support:* Counsel clients on the employment law aspects of corporate transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions.
* *Litigation Defense:* Represent employers in disputes involving claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage-and-hour violations. Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, and participate in litigation strategy for matters pending before federal, state, and local agencies and in state and federal court.
*Required Qualifications*
* Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
* Active bar membership in Minnesota
* 3–6 years of experience practicing employment law, with a demonstrated focus in counseling and/or litigation
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
* High attention to detail and organizational skills
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment
* Experience collaborating with HR professionals and business leaders is highly desirable
*Compensation & Benefits*
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, HSA/FSA, 401(k), Life & AD&D insurance, Professional development, and remote work flexibility.
*How to Apply*
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and two writing samples to . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Experience:
* Employment law: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* MN law license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Minneapolis, MN 55402 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55402
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Languages

  • English
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