Hennepin County District Court invites qualified applicants for one Staff Attorney position in the Civil Division. This position will assist judicial officers, law clerks, and administration with a focus on civil case law, court rules, statutes, policies, and procedures. Work includes research, writing, analyzing, and presenting procedural and substantive law. Hennepin County District Court is a fast-paced, high-volume, diverse environment that promotes equity for all court staff and court customers.
This position is classified as a Trial Court Staff Attorney, with a working title of Staff Attorney and is located at the Hennepin County Government Center, C-364, 30 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487. Typical hours for this position are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with some flexibility based on business needs. This position is generally onsite to support business needs, with flexibility to work remotely as arranged with the supervisor.
To ensure the health and safety of all judicial officials and employees, the Minnesota Judicial Branch follows recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) to prevent COVID-19 exposure and infection in the workplace. For the most recent guidelines, please visit the CDC website at Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC.
The expected starting salary range for external candidates is $33.34 (range minimum) - $42.52 (range midpoint) per hour ($69,613.92 - $88,781.76 annually). The full salary range for this position is $33.34 (range minimum) - $51.70 (range maximum) per hour ($69,613.92 - $107,949.60 annually). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Minnesota Judicial Branch offers a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more about benefits, click here.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Minnesota and in good standing.
Two years of experience as a law clerk or an attorney in private or public practice.
As this position may be working partially remotely, access to reliable internet connection is required during this time.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to conduct legal research.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and summarize legal documents.
Ability to present, orally and in writing, legal principles, legislative changes, and rule changes to lawyers and non-lawyers.
Ability to spot issues and render legal opinions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside of the Judicial Branch.
Knowledge of substantive and procedural civil law, including court rules, statutes, and case law.
Knowledge of trial court procedures and rules of evidence.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and Westlaw.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Civil Division at the Fourth Judicial District.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
Flexible, with the ability to manage change.
Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Please complete your application for this position online, and attach a resume and cover letter. Applications without these attachments will be considered incomplete.
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