Associate Attorney – Business Litigation Group

Description
Ciresi Conlin LLP seeks a talented and driven associate attorney to join its Business Litigation Group. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial disputes, high-stakes litigation, and trial matters on behalf of businesses, individuals, and institutions across a variety of industries.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills; sound judgment; and a desire to develop into a first-chair trial lawyer. Candidates should be intellectually curious, highly motivated, and committed to achieving outstanding results for clients.

 Firm Overview
Ciresi Conlin LLP was founded in 2015 as a boutique trial firm in Minneapolis. Our mission is to be a force for good, protecting the promise of liberty and justice for all.

The firm has earned a national reputation for handling complex litigation and trying challenging cases. Our attorneys regularly represent clients in state and federal courts throughout Minnesota and across the country. We are known for our collaborative culture, rigorous advocacy, and commitment to excellence in every aspect of our practice.

Unlike many larger firms, Ciresi Conlin provides associates with meaningful responsibility from the outset, including opportunities to work directly with clients, participate in litigation strategy, take and defend depositions, argue motions, and contribute to trial teams.

Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate filings
Manage written discovery and discovery disputes
Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
Take and defend depositions, as appropriate based on experience
Attend court appearances, hearings, and mediations
Assist with trial preparation and trial presentation
Collaborate with partners and other attorneys to develop litigation strategy
Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel

Qualifications
2-5 years of litigation experience preferred
Federal clerkship preferred but not required
Outstanding legal research and writing skills
Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities
Excellent academic credentials
Experience drafting substantive motions and conducting discovery
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and client service
Admission to the Minnesota Bar or eligibility for admission

Compensation and Benefits
The base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $220,000 depending on the experience level of the applicant. Additional year-end compensation is at the discretion of the firm’s Management Committee. Benefits include medical, dental, STD/LTD, PFML, life and AD&D, vision, 401K, and parking.

Application
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and law school transcript to [email protected].