Associate Attorney - Employment Law

Our client is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Employment Law Practice Group in St. Cloud, Minnesota. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with at least 2-3+ years of relevant experience and transferable litigation skills who is interested in building a long-term career focused on advising employers and handling employment law matters. The position offers a mix of counseling and litigation work, allowing attorneys to develop both their advisory and advocacy skill sets. The firm offers a collaborative culture where attorneys receive meaningful mentorship, direct client exposure, and hands-on experience from the outset. With a reasonable billable hour target, strong support from colleagues, and clear opportunities for professional growth, this role is ideal for someone looking to develop deep employment law expertise while building lasting client relationships. Overview of Responsibilities:Partner with employers to provide practical guidance on a broad range of workplace and human resources issues.Serve as a trusted advisor to business clients on employee relations matters, compliance concerns, and risk management strategies.Draft and revise employment-related documents, including policies, handbooks, separation agreements, and employment contracts.Counsel clients regarding leave and accommodation issues, wage and hour compliance, workplace investigations, employee performance concerns, and other employment law matters.Research legal issues and deliver clear, business-focused recommendations to help clients navigate complex workplace challenges.Prepare and review legal filings, agency responses, motions, briefs, and other advocacy-related documents.Support and actively participate in employment disputes, including administrative proceedings, mediations, depositions, hearings, and litigation matters. Qualifications: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Minnesota3+ years of legal experience, with at least 2-3 years of transferable litigation experienceExposure to employment law matters, including advice and counseling, employment-related disputes, workplace investigations, or administrative agency proceedings preferredStrong legal research, writing, and analytical skillsExperience drafting motions, briefs, discovery, position statements, or other litigation-related documents Benefits:Performance-based bonus opportunities401(k) with employer matchHealth, dental, and vision insuranceReasonable billable hour expectationsMentorship from experienced attorneysSignificant client exposure and substantive legal experienceClear path for professional growth and advancementSupportive and collaborative team environment Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.