Attorney/Associate Attorney
Salary
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Job Number
23ARS341FM161
Closing Date
7/26/2023 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Adult Representation Services (ARS) department is seeking an Associate Attorney or Attorney to represent clients in a variety of civil proceedings such as parents in child protection cases, tenants in evictions proceedings, non-custodial parents in child support contempt proceedings, respondents, or persons subject to guardianship in guardianship and conservatorship cases, and individuals facing civil commitment. The Adult Representation Services department provides high-quality, holistic representation to clients experiencing poverty in certain civil matters where appointment of counsel is necessary to protect a fundamental right or to further the county’s mission of reducing disparities and promoting the stability of residents.Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Targeted starting salary range: Attorney, Associate salary: $71,151 - $109,394 Annually Attorney salary: $97,649 - $150,135 Annually
Full salary range: Attorney, Associate salary: $66,405.48 - $109,394.81 Annually Attorney salary: $76,313.85 - $150,135.97 Annually
Location and hours:This position is onsite in downtown Minneapolis at the Human Services Building located at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415. Work hours will be Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
About the position type:This is a full-time, benefit earning position.Click here to view the job classification specification for Associate Attorney.Click here to view the job classification specification for Attorney. Criminal background checks: Applicants with convictions are not automatically disqualified. Each case is considered on its individual circumstances and the type of work. In the Associate Attorney position, you will:
· Interview clients and prospective witnesses or direct the investigations and interviews conducted by investigative staff.
· Coordinate resources for clients and families or direct the coordination of resources with the support staff.
· Conduct or direct legal research which includes preparing or overseeing the drafting of briefs, memoranda, pleadings, and other legal papers; retaining case records and files; and allocating resources to effectively manage a caseload consistent with office and divisional objectives.
· Litigate cases in court and negotiate resolutions when appropriate.
In the Attorney position, you will:
· Interview clients and prospective witnesses or direct the investigations and interviews conducted by investigative staff.
· Coordinate resources for clients and families or direct the coordination of resources with the support staff.
· Conduct or direct legal research which includes preparing or overseeing the drafting of briefs, memoranda, pleadings, and other legal papers; retaining case records and files; and allocating resources to effectively manage a caseload consistent with office and divisional objectives.
· Mentor less-experienced staff in managing complex litigation.
· Litigate complex cases in court.
· Negotiate and facilitate complex case resolutions.
Need to have:
· For hire as an Associate Attorney:
o Admission to the Bar of the State of Minnesota at the time of application submission.
· For hire as an Attorney:
o Admission to the Bar of the State of Minnesota at the time of application submission and two or more years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Nice to have:
· Effective litigation skills.
· Experience representing clients on court appointed cases.
· Experience in public law.
· Knowledge of:
o Local laws and ordinances, established precedents, and legal reference sources.
o The principles, methods, and practices of legal research and investigation.
o Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence.
o Pleading and practicing effective presentation of court cases.
· Communication, interpersonal skills, and persuasive public speaking ability.
· Ability to:
o Demonstrate employee competencies.
o Independently try cases.
o Utilize computers and other technologies to manage your work.