Assistant Director - Attorney - Minnesota Judicial Branch
Saint Paul, MN
About the Job
Description:
The Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility (OLPR), located in downtown St. Paul, seeks an attorney to join their team. The OLPR handles ethics complaints against licensed attorneys. This position supports the work of the Office in investigating and prosecuting the ethical misconduct of lawyers, as well as assists the practicing bar in complying with their ethical obligations. The position involves legal research, writing, and investigative work, as well as trial and appellate practice. The Office seeks a fair-minded attorney with a talent for working effectively with sometimes challenging respondents and complainants, as well as an attorney who is committed to maintaining the integrity of the legal profession.
Examples of Job Duties:
The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform:
- Investigate complaints of attorney violations of the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct, including matters involving both proposed private and public discipline, make recommendations for disposition, and prepare an appropriate dispositional memorandum.
- Prosecute private discipline before Board panels, as applicable, and on occasion, public discipline cases before Supreme Court referees and the Supreme Court.
- Educate the bar on professional responsibility matters by speaking at seminars. Work with and mentor volunteer investigators at the district ethics committees.
- Such other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications:
Any combination of education, training, and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below will be considered.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possession of a law degree from an accredited college or university.
- 3-5 years of experience as an attorney in private or public practice.
- Possession of a current Certificate of Admission to the Bar of the State of Minnesota
Preferred Qualifications:
- Investigation experience.
- 5+ years of experience, including civil litigation or prosecution/defense experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent ability to analyze, appraise, organize, and present facts, laws, evidence, and precedents concerning assigned work.
- Superior writing and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of substantive and procedural laws and Supreme Court rules relating to discipline.
- Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively with judges, court staff, administrative staff, and the public.
Salary:
The expected starting salary range for external candidates is $42.86-$54.62 per hour ($89,492 - $114,047 annually) The full salary range for this position is $42.86-66.38 per hour ($89,492 - $138,601 annually). Starting salary is dependent on qualifications. This Position is exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for state of MN employee Benefits.
Supplemental Information:
Position Logistics:
The position will be classified as an Attorney and will work mostly normal business hours, Monday-Friday. Currently, attorneys are working a hybrid schedule of both remote and in office days. Court proceedings including panel, referee, and Supreme Court oral arguments are being conducted in person and remotely, as applicable. Court proceedings are conducted at the Minnesota Judicial Center.
To Apply:
Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter. Employment offers may be rescinded if the required criminal background check identifies job related convictions.