Minneapolis | Hybrid

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$230,000 – $245,000

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Minneapolis office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in handling sophisticated, high-stakes litigation, arbitration, and trial matters for national clients across a broad range of industries.

Ideal Background

• 4–5 years of commercial litigation or complex litigation experience, preferably gained at a regional, national, or highly regarded local law firm

• Experience handling sophisticated business disputes and other high-stakes litigation matters

• Significant experience drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive filings in complex litigation matters

• Experience managing e-discovery, fact development, and case strategy

• Experience taking and defending depositions

• Experience appearing in state and federal courts on motions, hearings, and other pre-trial matters

• Experience with arbitration, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution is preferred

• Clerkship or other court experience is a plus

• Strong oral advocacy, legal research, writing, analytical, and strategic thinking skills

• Ability to independently analyze and solve complex factual, legal, and business issues

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Minnesota bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated national litigation platform

✅ Exposure to complex litigation, arbitration, and trial matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ 1,850 billable hour target

✅ Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174