Attorney Jobs in Minnesota

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Legal Specialist

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Job Reference Number:** **31225** **Employment Type:** **Full-Time** **,** **Hybrid** **Segment:** **Elior Corporate** **Brand:** **Elior North America Corporate** **State:** **Minnesota (US-MN)**...

Service Advocate

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Child & Youth Advocate-Scattered Site

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Who We Are Solid Ground (SG) is an award-winning nonprofit organization whose proven, holistic approach helps families build the strong foundations they need to emerge from homelessness into a...

EMP Family Advocate

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Who We Are Solid Ground (SG) is an award-winning nonprofit organization whose proven, holistic approach helps families build the strong foundations they need to emerge from homelessness into a...

Child & Youth Advocate - HSWH

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Who We Are Solid Ground (SG) is an award-winning nonprofit organization whose proven, holistic approach helps families build the strong foundations they need to emerge from homelessness into a...

Legal Specialist

  • MN
  • 1 day ago
  • MN
  • 1 day ago

Job Reference Number: 31225 Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid Segment: Elior Corporate Brand: Elior North America Corporate State: Minnesota (US-MN) The role at a glance: The Legal Specialist...

Staff Attorney

  • Hills, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Hills, MN
  • 1 day ago

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Juris Doctorate (JD) Attorney License - Board of Law Examiners Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily application of Averas...

Attorney Recruiting Assistant

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

This position reports to the Midwest Manager of Attorney Recruiting within the Associate, Counsel, and Law Student Recruiting team, and will work closely with recruiting colleagues and attorneys across...

Attorney Intellectual Property, Trademark, and Brand Management

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

Description Winthrop & Weinstine has an excellent opportunity for an attorney in its Intellectual Property, Trademark and Brand Management practice....

Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law....

Remote Work

Personal Injury Plaintiff Attorney

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

death, and catastrophic injury cases; strong litigation skills including depositions, negotiations, and trial prep Licensed: Active member of the Bar in good standing Independence: Capable of managing...

Labor & Employment Attorney

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

Labor & Employment Attorney – Step Into a High-Impact Role Are you a Labor & Employment Attorney ready to bring your experience to a firm that truly values strategic thinkers and strong...

Intellectual Property Counsel

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago

Can manage IP litigation and other forms of dispute resolution for significant matters, and can formulate strategies for dispute resolution....

Insurance Defense Attorney

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago

Insurance Defense Attorney – Immediate Opportunity Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney looking for the next big step in your career?...

Tax Attorney

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago

Tax Attorney – Exceptional Career Opportunity Are you a skilled Tax Attorney ready to take your career to the next level?...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

Moving to Minnesota? Find some basic demographic data about Minnesota below.


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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Minnesota offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
72.9%
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Minnesota
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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