Lateral Associate Attorney - Construction Litigation

Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early-Year Momentum bonus

Quarterly billable-hour bonus

Tiered annual bonus (>= 1,700 hours)

Discretionary year-end bonus

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN, seeks a lateral Associate Attorney for its Construction Practice Group.

The role focuses on handling complex construction litigation within a collaborative team, offering hybrid flexibility and potential partnership-track opportunities. Candidates should have 4+ years of construction litigation experience, be an active Minnesota State Bar member, and demonstrate strong writing and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction litigation experience preferred; other relevant construction-related legal experience considered.
• Active member in good standing of the Minnesota State Bar.
• Strong writing skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborative approach, sound judgment, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex construction litigation matters and client service tasks.
• Meet a 1,700-hour annual billable expectation (part-time arrangements possible).
• Engage in firm service, client relationship development, and mentorship.

Skills

Construction litigation

Legal writing

Client relations

Team collaboration

Job description

Lateral Associate Attorney -- Construction Litigation

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Organising Institution / Firm

Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A.

Rolling Basis (Official)

Minneapolis, MN

$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

4 or more years of construction litigation experience preferred (other relevant construction-related legal experience considered); active member in good standing of the Minnesota State Bar; strong writing skills and exceptional attention to detail; collaborative approach, sound judgment, and strong work ethic.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A. is seeking a Lateral Associate Attorney to join its growing Construction Practice Group in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves handling complex construction litigation matters within a collaborative team environment offering hybrid flexibility and partnership-track opportunities.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Four or more years of construction litigation experience preferred; other relevant construction-related legal experience considered.
• Active member in good standing of the Minnesota State Bar.
• Strong writing skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborative approach, sound judgment, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Handle complex construction litigation matters and client service tasks.
• Meet a 1,700-hour annual billable expectation (qualified attorneys seeking part-time arrangements will be considered).
• Engage in firm service, client relationship development, and mentorship.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

• Base Salary Range: $110,000 to $130,000 per year (based on relevant experience, portable business, and qualifications).
• Additional Compensation: Four distinct bonus programs including Early-Year Momentum bonus, quarterly cumulative billable-hour bonuses, tiered annual bonus exceeding 1,700 hours, and discretionary year-end bonus.
• Work Mode: Hybrid flexibility (Minneapolis, MN).