Upper Midwest Law Center–Senior Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Christian Legal Society; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit law organization in Minneapolis is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to lead critical cases. The role involves drafting pleadings, conducting interviews, and arguing in court. Candidates should have a law degree, extensive litigation experience, and effective communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work environment with benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Employer-paid health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience.
• Active bar membership in Minnesota or ability to join.
• Ability to synthesize complex legal information.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead new cases critical to UMLC's mission.
• Conduct research and client/witness interviews.
• Draft pleadings and prepare motion papers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal software (e.g., Clio)

Job description

About the Organization

Founded in 2019 by Doug Seaton, a long‑time Minnesota labor and employment attorney, the Upper Midwest Law Center (UMLC) initiates pro‑freedom litigation to protect against government overreach, special interest agendas, constitutional violations, and public union corruption and abuses. UMLC is a center‑right, non‑profit, public interest law firm that provides free legal representation to individuals and businesses affected by these issues.

About the Role

The Upper Midwest Law Center is seeking a **Senior Litigation Attorney** to join our suburban Minneapolis, MN office. The role requires an experienced, innovative and detail‑oriented attorney who loves liberty and the rule of law. You will spearhead multiple cases, handle witness interviews, prepare depositions, serve on discovery, draft pleadings and briefs, argue motions, and guide junior attorneys.

Primary Responsibilities

• Brainstorms and spearheads new cases, with board approval, critical to UMLC’s mission;
• Conducts research and interviews clients and witnesses;
• Drafts pleadings, including complaints, petitions, etc.;
• Prepares and responds to written discovery, and defends depositions;
• Drafts motion papers and briefs in state and federal trial and appellate courts;
• Argues hearings before state and federal trial and appellate courts;
• Interacts with media regarding cases and issues;
• Works with law clerks and other attorneys in managing workloads and cases;
• Works under the direction of the President and General Counsel and other attorneys as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a J.D. from an accredited law school, with active bar membership in Minnesota or the ability to join the Minnesota bar by motion (see Rule 7);
• Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for a fast‑paced, collaborative environment;
• Ability to synthesize complex legal and technical information into actionable insights for non‑legal audiences and donors;
• Proficiency with legal software (e.g., Clio);
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking, with sound judgment in ambiguous situations;
• Ability to travel up to 10%;
• Preferred experience leading other attorneys.

Location, Compensation, and Benefits

This is a full‑time, hybrid position based in UMLC’s Minneapolis, MN office, with at least two days per week required in‑office.

The salary range for this role is $150,000 – $175,000, depending on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional benefits include:

• Flexible work environment with partial remote work;
• Employer‑paid health, dental, vision insurance;
• Health Savings Account;
• 403(b) retirement plan;
• Discretionary bonus;
• Paid time off.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) **in one PDF** document:

• Cover letter: introductory paragraph(s) explaining three distinct reasons you are drawn to UMLC’s mission and how you came to those beliefs;
• Salary requirements;
• Resume;
• Legal writing sample (maximum 30 pages).

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via the following link: https://talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/

Questions can be directed to Savannah Rupp, Project Manager at Talent Market ([e-mail]).

Closing Date

10/06/2025