Civil Litigation Associate

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate with five to eight years of experience in the mass tort space. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting factual investigations, managing discovery, preparing pleadings and motions, taking and defending depositions, and communicating with clients. Candidates must have an active Minnesota bar license or commit to obtaining one, and additional bar licensure in California, Florida, or Texas is preferred. This position is based in our Minneapolis office and involves working closely with attorneys in the Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation business unit.

Responsibilities

• Conducting factual investigations
• Managing discovery
• Preparing pleadings and motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Communicating with clients
• Managing cases with a high degree of autonomy

Requirements

• An active Minnesota bar license or commitment to obtaining one
• Additional bar licensure in California, Florida, or Texas preferred
• Experience in the mass tort space
• Excellent academic credentials
• A commitment to the community
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated record of working well under pressure
• Exceptional judgment
• The ability to effectively handle multiple projects
• The ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action

Qualifications

• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Variety of backgrounds, interests, and experiences

Skills

• Exceptional communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and much more. The compensation range for this position is $230,000 to $270,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Associates are also eligible for an Associate Performance Bonus and Client Development Bonus.

Pay

$230,000 to $270,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Contact

To apply, please submit a resume, transcript, and writing sample through our online application process at www.huschblackwell.com. EOE Search Firms: Please ensure that your agency has a current placement agreement on file with Husch Blackwell, as all candidate submissions are subject to the terms of HB’s placement agreement and a candidate submission will not be recognized unless there is a valid placement agreement in place and that the submission has been properly entered in our job application portal. If your agency does not have a valid agreement with Husch Blackwell or is in need of a unique ID to submit an application, please contact Dani Poulsen ([email protected]).