About the Role
The successful candidate ideally will possess 1+ years of complex civil litigation experience and the ability to manage a sophisticated and fast-moving docket. This person will report to the Senior Litigation Attorney. We place a premium on a positive attitude and high energy.
While UMLC’s preference is for candidates based in Minnetonka, MN, the organization is open to considering highly experienced candidates located anywhere in the United States who can work virtually. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
- File pleadings in state, federal, and administrative courts
- Maintain case files, manage the office calendar, and calculate docket deadlines in an organized and timely manner
- Edit legal documents, correspondence, and basic pleadings
- Maintain knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and support attorneys in compliance
- Communicate with chambers, court clerks, and outside counsel as needed
- Manage outside vendor relationships
- Create preparatory binders
- Assist attorneys as needed, work with minimal supervision, and take ownership of the litigation docket
Qualifications
- 1+ years of complex civil litigation support experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing Upper Midwest Law Center’s mission of protecting individual rights and enforcing limits on government power through litigation
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks
- Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment and actively contribute to a culture of innovation and initiative
- Understanding of and commitment to the organization’s mission and litigation approach
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position and UMLC’s mission, an explanation of why you would be the best candidate, evidence of relevant past success, and your salary expectations
- Your resume
- A list of references (at least three)
Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.
Questions can be directed to Savannah Murphy, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search: [email protected].
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.