Pre-Litigation Attorney

Accountabilities: Own delegated pre-litigation tasks from assignment through completion, delivering accurate, high-quality work by the dates committed to. Support case valuation and negotiation through preparation of valuation memoranda, response letters, negotiation plans, and other case materials. Participate in calls and negotiations as responsibilities expand, applying coaching and progressively exercising greater independent judgment. Maintain consistent communication with clients on assigned matters, including providing updates within one business day and communicating difficult developments promptly by phone. Help keep every assigned matter progressing each week by identifying delays, addressing recurring obstacles, and proposing practical solutions. Raise case problems promptly with supporting evidence and a proposed course of action, then execute the agreed approach even when it differs from your initial recommendation. Use established processes, metrics, and weekly Scorecard results to monitor turnaround, quality, rework, and other aspects of performance. Take increasing ownership of matters, negotiations, and judgment calls as demonstrated performance and experience grow. Maintain a client-focused approach while evaluating each matter based on its facts, applicable law, and potential resolution strategy. Participate in the firm's recruiting and professional development processes, including assessments, interviews, drafting exercises, and reference conversations as applicable. Requirements Admission to practice in Minnesota or Illinois, or admission in another U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to obtain admission in Minnesota or Illinois within 12 months of the start date. Candidates who sat for the July 2026 bar examination may apply, with the start date following successful swearing-in. Demonstrated ability to persuade others and move discussions toward a different position; relevant experience may come from law school clinics, moot court, mediation, sales, recruiting, negotiation, or a previous career. Evidence of successfully managing substantial workloads while meeting firm deadlines and maintaining accountability without extensive supervision. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and maintain reliable follow-through. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when explaining complex or sensitive matters clearly to clients and opposing parties. Willingness to receive frequent, direct coaching and promptly incorporate feedback into future work and interactions. Strong ownership mentality, attention to detail, sound judgment, and comfort working in a metrics-driven environment. Interest or experience in plaintiff-side employment law is a plus. Prior negotiation experience in any professional or academic setting is a plus. Comfort working remotely while maintaining responsiveness, accountability, and consistent communication. Benefits Full-time salary of $73,000–$85,000 USD per year , depending on experience. Health insurance. Dental insurance. 401(k) with employer contribution. Vacation time. Paid holidays. Remote work within the United States. Structured training and hands-on development in pre-litigation negotiation and case resolution. Progressive responsibility as demonstrated skills and judgment develop. Regular performance feedback and clearly defined expectations. A process-driven environment designed to help attorneys focus on substantive case work and client outcomes. Origination is not required; cases are provided by the firm. Hiring process includes an assessment, career-history telephone interview, one or two video interviews, a short drafting exercise, and reference conversations. Targeted hiring timeline of approximately three weeks from the initial screening stage to a decision.