Managing Attorney

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Lead and build a newly opening regional legal office, taking responsibility for case strategy, staff development and local business growth. This is a ground-floor leadership position with close support from senior partners.

What you'll do

• Oversee all day-to-day office operations, from case strategy to client outcomes.
• Hire, mentor and manage a team of attorneys, case managers and paralegals, with HR support.
• Drive local business development in close partnership with senior leadership.
• Own the client experience and deliver attentive, family-first service.
• Work remotely at first, then move to full-time in the office once it is established.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Current admission to practice law in Minnesota, with no disciplinary issues.
• 2 to 8 years as a plaintiff personal injury attorney handling cases from start to finish.
• A track record of settlement results, ideally with figures you can share.
• Ability to answer substantive personal injury legal questions on the spot, such as limitation periods by case type.
• Comfort working in a fully paperless, digital environment with case management software and Apple/Mac equipment.
• A kind, humble, team-oriented approach that treats paralegals and case managers as equals.
• A strong customer service orientation and a long-term commitment to growing with the firm.
• Based in Minneapolis and able to work on-site once the office opens.
• Candidates coming from a solo practice should be ready to explain the move and show commitment to working within a larger team.

Bonus points

• Background in civil litigation, public defense or malpractice with transferable skills.
• An existing book of business or referral network in Minnesota.
• Roots or ties to the Minnesota community.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: USD 120,000 to 200,000 per year

Location and work model

• Minneapolis, MN, United States
• On-site, 5 days per week in office (remote initially while the office is being established)
• Full-time