Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney

About The Job

The University of Minnesota Student Legal Service (SLS) is a unit within the Office of Student Affairs and reports directly to the Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life. SLS offers assistance, advice, counsel and legal representation to students at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. The duties and responsibilities are set forth below.

Responsibilities

• Providing counsel, advice and representation in a wide range of legal services to USLS clients, with a focus and emphasis on landlord-tenant, consumer, employment and administrative matters.
• Performing skillful and efficient trial work, appearing and representing stakeholders at hearings, and negotiating both administratively and at various stages of litigation.
• Completing all client documents and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Planning, developing and participating in presentations of law-related educational programs and in-service training.
• Assisting in the creation, development, and writing of brochures and educational material.
• Performing administrative duties assigned by the USLS Director.
• Assisting in working with student board.

Qualifications

Staff Attorney (9731SL)

• J.D. Degree and Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota.
• Excellent academic record, excellent written and oral communication skills, unquestioned integrity and an ability to interact and work well with clients and others.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications. Word processing, internet use including Westlaw, familiarity with case management software.
• Must be able to appear in courts in the seven-county metropolitan area.

Senior Staff Attorney (9732SL)

• J.D. degree from ABA accredited law school with at least four years of experience. Licensed to practice in Minnesota or eligible for immediate licensure in Minnesota.
• Experience dependent on needs of unit, applicants will demonstrate proficiency in the practice of law providing legal representation to individual clients.
• Experience and aptitude relative to technology in law office and legal context; strong legal writing and advocacy skills.
• Must be able to appear in courts in the seven-county metropolitan area.
• Prior experience working with youth/young adults.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the principles of equity and diversity.

Pay Range

• Staff Attorney (9731SL): $70,000 to $79,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience
• Senior Staff Attorney (9732SL): $85,000 to $89,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment

• Appointment Type: P&A Staff

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Required Application Material: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample, Portfolio, References

Priority Deadline

Note: July 15, 2026

Additional Documents

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Acknowledgment of Equal Opportunity

As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.