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City Administrator Jobs in Champlin, MN at City of Champlin
Job Description: Litigation Attorney
Solomon Ward has built its success on lawyers who exhibit a dedication and commitment to the practice of law, and who desire to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients. Our goal for every litigation attorney is to rise to the top of their peer group in terms of skills and ability, to become trusted advisors and advocates for clients, and ultimately become a partner, with a rewarding career both personally and financially. Critical to our firm’s mission is to provide ethical, high quality and effective legal services, while also ensuring fulfillment and satisfaction to its partners, associates and staff. Our firm’s greatest assets are its clients and its people, and it will not exist without both. We promote professional development through effective continuing education initiatives and mentorship programs to ensure your continued growth.
We seek a highly skilled and motivated litigation attorney to become an integral part of our team, with an unwavering commitment to client advocacy. The ideal candidate should have experience in legal research and analysis; discovery and case management; client interaction and communication; court proceedings and representation; and case strategy development and support.
Responsibilities
Represent clients in court proceedings, including trials, hearings, and depositions
Conduct legal research and analyze case law to develop legal strategies
Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
Provide legal advice to clients on a variety of legal issues
Negotiate settlements and plea bargains on behalf of clients
Manage a caseload and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to develop case strategies
Requirements
2-6 years of experience, California bar admission and excellent academic credentials
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in California
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with employment law and general business litigation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines
Firm Benefits
Origination bonus program pays 15% bonus of monthly of amounts collected on originated matters.
Production bonus program pays annual bonus of 5% of salary base if billable hours target achieved, plus additional bonus of 40% of billing rate for each billable hour above billable target.
Work-from-home benefit and in-office.
401-K & Profit Sharing plans.
Full benefits, including health, dental, vision, LTD, flexible spending account, and more through a Section 125 cafeteria plan.
Generous business development budget, business development activities are always encouraged.
Extensive continuing education training programs, including in-house CLE presentations, interactive department meetings, attendance to live CLE seminars and online CLE courses.
If you are a highly motivated and skilled Litigation Attorney with a passion for advocating for clients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.
Title: City Administrator
Company: City of Champlin
Location: Champlin, MN
