What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Dunlap Seeger?
Build Your Legal Career with Us!
We are a long standing, growing, and client-focused law firm in Rochester, Minnesota, seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team. We are open to candidates interested in estate planning, real estate, litigation, or a combination of these practice areas.
Whether you are a recent law school graduate, a newly licensed attorney, or have several years of experience, we are looking for someone who is eager to learn, committed to providing exceptional client service, and excited to grow within a collaborative practice. We believe in building lasting client relationships
What You'll Do.
Depending on your interests and experience, your work may include:
- Meeting directly with clients and providing practical legal guidance
- Drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents
- Assisting clients with probate and trust administration
- Representing buyers, sellers, lenders, and businesses in real estate transactions
- Drafting and reviewing purchase agreements, deeds, leases, and related documents
- Handling civil litigation matters from initial filing through resolution
- Conducting legal research and preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Appearing at court hearings, mediations, and depositions
- Working closely with experienced attorneys who are committed to mentoring and professional development
What We're Looking For
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in Minnesota or eligible for admission
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple matters while providing outstanding client service
- A collaborative attitude and willingness to learn
- Experience in estate planning, real estate, or litigation is welcomed but not required
What You Can Expect
We believe that great attorneys are developed through meaningful experience and strong mentorship. Our associates work directly with clients, receive regular feedback, and have opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as their skills grow.
We offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Annual performance bonus opportunities
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid bar dues, attorney registration, and CLE expenses
- Professional development and mentoring within the firm
- A collegial, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for long-term career growth and leadership
Why Dunlap & Seeger, P.A. in Rochester, Minnesota?
Rochester offers an exceptional quality of life, a vibrant and growing business community, and one of Minnesota's strongest regional economies. Attorneys here enjoy meaningful client relationships, diverse legal work, and significantly more courtroom and client experience early in their careers than is often available in larger metropolitan firms.
For more than 80 years, our firm has been proud to serve the individuals, families, businesses, and communities of Southeast Minnesota. Our longevity is built on a simple principle: lasting relationships matter. We have earned the trust of generations of clients by providing thoughtful legal counsel, treating every client with respect, and remaining committed to the communities we call home.
We believe that every client interaction is an opportunity to strengthen that legacy. By building lasting relationships founded on trust, integrity, and exceptional service, we continue to inspire confidence in our firm and support the vitality of the communities we serve.
If you are looking for a place where your work matters, your colleagues support your growth, and your career can flourish, we encourage you to apply. We welcome applications from attorneys at all experience levels and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.