Business Litigation Associate Attorney

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A law firm in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a skilled Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join their litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial, civil, and business litigation matters with a national and international client base. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in complex litigation and a deep understanding of litigation procedures. This role provides exposure to high-stakes cases, including trade secret and non-compete litigation, intellectual property disputes, and merger and acquisition-related litigation.

Duties:

• Represent clients in all phases of general commercial, civil, and business litigation from pre-trial through trial and appeal.
• Handle complex commercial litigation matters, with a focus on trade secrets, non-compete, intellectual property, and merger and acquisition litigation.
• Manage the litigation process, including discovery, e-discovery, and motion practice.
• Draft legal briefs, motions, and other court filings with precision and attention to detail.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and oral arguments, ensuring effective representation of clients.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and legal teams to handle litigation matters and ensure effective case management.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in Minnesota or eligibility for admission.
• 2-5 years of experience in a litigation-based practice with a focus on complex commercial litigation.
• Prior experience in trade secret, non-compete, intellectual property, or merger and acquisition litigation (preferred).

Certifications:

• Admission to the Minnesota Bar (required or eligible for admission).
• Federal judicial law clerks are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of litigation procedures, including discovery, e-discovery, and motion practice.
• Strong legal writing and research skills, with a demonstrated ability to draft motions, briefs, and legal opinions.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage and conduct depositions, hearings, and oral arguments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to develop effective legal strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently when needed.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306