Associate Attorney
Apply NowCompany: Hennepin County, MN
Location: Minneapolis, MN 55407
Description:
Salary: $79,746.63 - $119,619.95 Annually
Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25ARS358MN05
Department: Adult Representation Services
Division: Adult Representation Services Unit
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Adult Representation Services (ARS) department is seeking an Associate Attorney to represent clients facing legal proceedings in one of our core practice areas which include parent representation in child protection and child support contempt matters, housing, guardianship, and mental health civil commitment. Interested applicants with knowledge or interest in any practice area are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have a preferred area or areas of practice, please note it in your cover letter.
ARS provides high-quality, equitable 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. Our holistic legal team includes attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and social service experts.
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 the employee referral program page.
Location and hours:
This position will be onsite in downtown Minneapolis at the Health Services Building located at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
About the position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as an Attorney, Associate.
Click to view the job classification specification for Attorney, Associate.
Note: Please attach a cover letter with your application materials.
In this position, you will:
About the department:
The Adult Representative Services department is part of the Law, Safety and Justice line of business in county administration. The division make-up of employees includes a director, principal attorneys, senior attorneys, attorneys, paralegals, legal services specialists, case management assistants, parent mentors, Information Technology, as well as office and administrative support staff. More information about ARS can be found on our website:
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future full-time permanent and limited duration vacancies.
Watch this video for application best practices and tips.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marita Nguyen
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position will be onsite in downtown Minneapolis at the Health Services Building located at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
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Are you admitted to the Bar of the State of Minnesota?
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What is your current licensing status to practice law? Check all that apply.
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If you selected "Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota" in the above question, provide your Minnesota attorney's license number and expiration date. If you are not licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota type, "None" in the space provided.
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If you selected "Licensed to practice law in another state" in the above question, list what state(s) you are licensed to practice law and your respective attorney's license number(s) and expiration date(s). If you are not licensed to practice law in any other state, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of experience do you have working in a legal environment?
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Describe your experience working in a legal environment, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.
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Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25ARS358MN05
Department: Adult Representation Services
Division: Adult Representation Services Unit
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Adult Representation Services (ARS) department is seeking an Associate Attorney to represent clients facing legal proceedings in one of our core practice areas which include parent representation in child protection and child support contempt matters, housing, guardianship, and mental health civil commitment. Interested applicants with knowledge or interest in any practice area are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have a preferred area or areas of practice, please note it in your cover letter.
ARS provides high-quality, equitable 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. Our holistic legal team includes attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and social service experts.
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 the employee referral program page.
Location and hours:
This position will be onsite in downtown Minneapolis at the Health Services Building located at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
About the position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as an Attorney, Associate.
Click to view the job classification specification for Attorney, Associate.
Note: Please attach a cover letter with your application materials.
In this position, you will:
- Litigate cases in court and negotiate resolutions when appropriate.
- 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 legal 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.
- Admission to the Bar of the State of Minnesota.
- Effective litigation skills.
- Experience:
- Working in a legal environment.
- Representing clients on court appointed cases.
- In public law.
- Knowledge of:
- Local laws and ordinances, established precedents, and legal reference sources.
- The principles, methods, and practices of legal research and investigation.
- Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence.
- Pleading and practicing effective presentation of court cases.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; persuasive public speaking ability.
- Ability to:
- Independently try cases.
- Utilize computers and other technology to manage your work.
About the department:
The Adult Representative Services department is part of the Law, Safety and Justice line of business in county administration. The division make-up of employees includes a director, principal attorneys, senior attorneys, attorneys, paralegals, legal services specialists, case management assistants, parent mentors, Information Technology, as well as office and administrative support staff. More information about ARS can be found on our website:
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future full-time permanent and limited duration vacancies.
Watch this video for application best practices and tips.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marita Nguyen
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:
- Meaningful work
- Public service
- Competitive pay
- Work-life balance
- Generous benefits
- Opportunities to grow
- Commitment to your success
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position will be onsite in downtown Minneapolis at the Health Services Building located at 525 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
- Yes
- No
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Are you admitted to the Bar of the State of Minnesota?
- Yes
- No
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What is your current licensing status to practice law? Check all that apply.
- Not licensed to practice law at this time
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota
- Licensed to practice law in another state
- Applied for license to practice law in Minnesota which is still pending
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If you selected "Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota" in the above question, provide your Minnesota attorney's license number and expiration date. If you are not licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota type, "None" in the space provided.
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If you selected "Licensed to practice law in another state" in the above question, list what state(s) you are licensed to practice law and your respective attorney's license number(s) and expiration date(s). If you are not licensed to practice law in any other state, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of experience do you have working in a legal environment?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
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Describe your experience working in a legal environment, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
- College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
- Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
- Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
- Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
- Hennepin County job notification emails
- Indeed.com
- Job fair or networking event
- Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
- Professional association (job board or email)
- Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
- Other
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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.
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