University of Minnesota · 13 hours ago
Senior Associate General Counsel
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $200K/yr
8+ years expThe University of Minnesota is a research intensive institution seeking a skilled lawyer to represent its Regents in civil litigation matters. The role involves various aspects of civil litigation practice and requires expertise in multiple legal areas relevant to the University.
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Responsibilities
Represent the Regents of the University of Minnesota in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts, and in other internal and external forums
Advocate for the University in connection with claims that may arise on any of the University's campuses or in any University department, statewide
Responsibilities may include all aspects of civil litigation practice, such as investigating the underlying facts, drafting pleadings, completing discovery, drafting and responding to motions, handling or assisting in a hearing or trial and any subsequent appeal
Matters will involve a wide variety of substantive legal issues, including employment matters, tort claims, contract-based disputes, real estate and construction issues, federal and state civil rights claims, regulatory matters and any other claim involving the University
Responsibilities will also include advice and representation in other areas as assigned by the General Counsel
Qualification
Required
A Juris Doctorate granted by an ABA accredited law school
Admission to and good standing in the State Bar of Minnesota or eligibility for prompt admission
A minimum of eight (8) years' experience practicing law in the area of civil litigation
Highest level of integrity and professionalism
An ability to independently manage and prioritize work
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and cross-cultural competencies
Preferred
It is preferred that the successful candidate has experience: Working with higher education clients
Working collegially and professionally in a diverse environment with peers, subordinates and clients
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Shane Stennes
Chief Sustainability Officer
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