Litigation Attorney - Open Until Filled

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Saint Paul, MN

Job Type : Unclassified

Job Number : 24-UNCL-00781

Department : City Attorney

Opening Date : 12 / 19 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

About the Position

The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is accepting applications for multiple attorney positions in its Civil Litigation Division. The pay range will be dependent on qualifications.

• Associate Attorney Salary Level : $51.00 - $58.03 Hourly; $106,080.00 - $120,702.40 Annually
• Attorney Salary Level : $54.11 - $66.80 Hourly; $112,548.80 - $138,944.00 Annually (To be considered at the Attorney level, candidates must have at least 3 years of directly related experience.)
• Senior Attorney Level : $63.43 - $79.48 Hourly; $131,934.40 - $165,318.40 Annually (To be considered at the Senior Attorney level, candidates must have at least 7 years of directly related experience.)

Attorneys in these positions perform a wide variety of routine to complex professional legal work at the full performance level in the City of Saint Paul City Attorney's Office to include representing the City and City employees in civil litigation, and providing general legal services to various City departments, divisions, offices, authorities, boards, commissions and committees; and related duties as required.

Here's what you can expect to do :

These positions will involve litigation of a wide range of civil actions including civil rights, land use, contracts, labor and employment law, and various tort claims. The successful candidates must :

Our Benefits : We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging : The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota.

Excellent legal research and writing skills

Strong analytical and trial strategy skills.

Preferred candidates will have civil litigation experience and be admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

How to Apply

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Learn more about our Hiring Process

Unclassified Posting : This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.

Selection Process : Applicants who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview / hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process : You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Human Resources Contact Information :

Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512

Email :

Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement : The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include :

City Paid Benefits

Optional Benefits

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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

Describe your legal experience with municipal law.

Please describe your legal experience with civil rights actions, personal injury litigation, land use and zoning regulations, governmental immunities, and contract disputes.

Please describe your experience briefing and arguing dispositive motions.

Please describe your appellate practice experience.

Please describe your trial experience.

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Salary : $106,080 - $120,702