IN-HOUSE attorney sought for privately-held medical device company in southwest metro. Qualified applicants will have excellent academic credentials, strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills, and four to eight years’ experience within a mid to large size corporation or law firm in corporate law, general business, employment, regulatory, litigation management, and intellectual property. Position reports to the general counsel. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample to:  bismith@lakergn.com. Equal Opportunity Employer.

FAMILY Law Attorney – Eckberg Lammers seeks an attorney with two to five years of substantive family law experience. Ideal candidate will be licensed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin with a strong knowledge of Wisconsin dissolution and family law. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal, analytical and writing skills along with strong academic/professional credentials. Submission deadline for resumes is April 30th. For consideration, please send your resume to: Eckberg, Lammers, Briggs, Wolff & Vierling  - ATTN: Kim Pepera, 1809 Northwestern Ave, Stillwater, MN, 55082 or e-mail to: kpepera@eckberglammers.com. Check us out on the web at: www.eckberglammers.com.

MERGER. West suburban solo practitioner retiring after 35+ years of practice seeks lawyer/law firm to merge/purchase practice, phasing out over three years. Practice includes estate planning, probate, business law, taxes and real estate. Mail replies to: Bench & Bar Box 210, c/o MSBA, 600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 380, Minneapolis, MN 55402.

RAMSEY County accepting applications for Assistant. County Attorney 3 position in the civil division until March 26, 2010. To apply go to: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm

BANKRUPTCY/creditors’ rights associate – Fafinski Mark & Johnson has an opening for an associate in its very active Bankruptcy and Insolvency practice group. The ideal candidate will have three to seven years of bankruptcy experience, Uniform Commercial Code experience, foreclosure, and creditors’ rights experience. The candidate must work well under pressure, understand complex loan and business transactions, and be comfortable learning new areas of the law. Courtroom experience necessary. This is a fast-paced practice that involves litigation, as well as document drafting. Salary commensurate with experience. Please email resume and cover letter to employment@fmjlaw.com or mail to 775 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 400, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.

LARKIN Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd., a leading Twin Cities law firm, seeks a patent attorney with no less than three years of experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications in the mechanical and electro-mechanical arts. Applicants must be admitted to the Patent Bar. Preference given to those with industry experience. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required to enable proactive interaction with clients engaged in the development and use of technology. Candidates should submit their resumes in confidence to Recruiting Partner, Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd., 1500 Wells Fargo Plaza, 7900 Xerxes Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55431 or hr@larkinhoffman.com. Larkin Hoffman is an equal opportunity employer. Any candidate for employment may obtain a copy of our firm’s Affirmative Action Plan by contacting Human Resources.

ESTATE Planning attorney wanted. Growing Southwest Minnesota firm located in Tyler, is seeking an Associate Attorney to assist with Estate Planning/Farm Succession cases. Candidates should have excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and must be motivated and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, high energy environment. Candidates need to demonstrate an ability to independently handle a significant number of matters of varying complexity, and an ability to work under pressure. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in the state of Minnesota and have three to five years’ experience. Travel is required between offices. For consideration please send resume, professional references, and a cover letter to: Carrie Johnson, Office Administrator, Miller Legal Strategic Planning Centers, P.A., PO Box 738, Tyler, MN 56178 or to carrie@millerlegal.com.

ATTORNEY needed in Mankato or Apple Valley to provide legal expertise and counseling to management and team members on general business and corporate law issues. Will resolve legal issues and regulatory issues. Will assist in legislative actions and updates. Law degree and minimum five to seven years experience in business and corporate law required. Attorney’s license required. Expertise in MN & WI State law preferred. Knowledge of agriculture industry a plus. Legislative and lobbying experience preferred. AgStar, a progressive $5B financial service organization, has a national presence in agriculture and rural America. We offer an exciting, rewarding and fast paced work environment as well as an excellent total compensation package, including incentive program. Qualified candidates, please apply on-line at: www.agstar.com/jobs. Equal opportunity employer.

CHIEF compliance officer – A fast growing pharmacy benefits solutions company is seeking an experienced compliance professional to lead the compliance, ethics and privacy functions as well as certain licensing functions within the organization. The successful candidate must have a minimum of five to ten years of in-house compliance experience with a proven track record of leading a compliance function within the healthcare industry. An undergraduate degree is required and a JD and/or an MBA is preferred. Strong leadership skills and capabilities together with a collaborative working style are required. A proven ability to work with and lead internal teams as well external constituencies is necessary. Strong interpersonal communication skills and proven negotiation skills are required. The company distinguishes itself by its ability to provide innovative, customized pharmacy management solutions to its clients. An outstanding opportunity for an emerging leader who is looking for the chance to play a leadership role at a significant healthcare organization. Please send resume and cover letter to: Trio Executive Search, PO Box 18188, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55118 or to: gschokmiller@trioexecutivesearch.com.

LITIGATION associate: mid-sized firm with national practice in the Minneapolis metro area has an opening for an experienced litigation associate. This is a fast-paced practice that involves litigation as well as document drafting. Salary commensurate with experience. Please email resume to: employment@fmjlaw.com or mail at: 775 Prairie Center Dr., Ste 400, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.

SR. ASSOCIATE general counsel. This position is with Ingenix, part of the family of companies that make up UnitedHealth Group. We are one of the largest and fastest growing health information companies. We are seeking an attorney with seven plus years of commercial transactional experience; experience and knowledge of health care and technology industry strongly preferred; excellent communication and negotiations skills; strong strategic decision making ability; and self-starter with ability to work in fast-paced, high-energy environment. This position will provide legal counsel to Ingenix business units; advise U.S. and Int’l units in various commercial transactional matters; draft & negotiate agreements; frequently interact with Ingenix sr. leadership team; work with business clients to resolve legal issues with company wide significance. Those interested should email to: Barbara_Siani@uhc.com.

TIRED of Midwestern winters? Well-established estate planning, estate and trust administration attorney seeks attorney who would like to build her or his practice in Arizona retirement community near Tucson. Office space and referral work available, but attorney must be willing to develop her or his own practice. Contact: timothy.olcott@olcottlaw.net. 

ESTATE Planning Attorney. Our thriving law firm in the western suburbs of Minneapolis is committed to helping people achieve their estate planning and asset protection objectives. We are looking for an attorney with two to six years of experience in the areas of estate planning and estate administration, who possesses exceptional interpersonal and computer skills, to join our dedicated team. Significant opportunity for advancement. All replies will be kept confidential. Please send cover letter and resume to: probatefirm@gmail.com.

PROMINENT mid-sized downtown Mpls firm seeks highly motivated, enthusiastic PI/WC/products liability associate attorney with strong advocacy skills, background in either plaintiff or defense work and at least three to five years of practical experience. Must be a self-starter who can handle cases from initial consultation through trial independently.  Require excellent analytical, research, interpersonal and writing skills. Full benefits. Send resume with cover letter and writing sample to: kbeeman@katzmanka.com.

CAMBRIDGE, MN general practice law firm (located 45 miles north of downtown Minneapolis/St. Paul) seeking associate attorney interested in the practice of family law and prosecution of misdemeanor/gross misdemeanor cases for small city. Send resumes to: Joslin & Moore Law Offices, PA, 221 NW Second Ave, Cambridge, MN 55008; email to: bstickels@joslinmoore.com.

ASSOCIATE - Minneapolis Ford & Harrison LLP has an opening for an associate in its Minneapolis office. Candidates should have three to five years of employment litigation experience. Ford & Harrison is a national labor and employment firm with close to 200 lawyers in offices throughout the U.S. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to Alice Trahant, Director of Recruiting, at: atrahant@fordharrison.com. No phone calls or search agencies, please.

PATENT Associates - Fish & Richardson PC, one of the largest firms practicing intellectual property, litigation and technology law is seeking exceptional patent counseling and prosecution Associates with three to six years of experience with electrical engineering backgrounds (with software and/or medical device expertise preferred) for its Twin Cities, Minnesota office. Compensation competitive with the national market. If interested please email your cover letter and resume to: work@fr.com. For additional information about Fish & Richardson please visit: www.fr.com.

ZERO-TWO year of-counsel transactional position available in transactional practice south of Cities within commuting distance. Submit resume to: Bench & Bar, Box 208, c/o MSBA, 600 Nicollet Mall, #380, Minneapolis, MN 55402.

LEGAL referrals: dial lawyers, Minnesota’s premiere legal referral service, is looking for attorneys wishing to serve as network affiliates.  We are looking for affiliates that cover virtually every area of law. We are specifically looking for Metro attorneys that handle personal injury, bankruptcy, family and criminal law. If you are interested in learning more about the Dial LAWYERS network and the exciting changes coming, please contact Larry Hillard at: (612) 554-9314 or via e-mail at: LarryH@DialLAWYERS.com.

SENIOR corporate / transactional attorney. AV-rated Minneapolis law firm is looking for a senior attorney to help lead our growing corporate and transactional practice; experience with business planning and related tax and securities issues preferred. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of experience, will possess excellent written and oral communication skills and will have proven business development ability as evidenced by an established client base.  Portable business is welcomed and preferred. Compensation and Shareholder status is negotiable based upon qualifications and experience.  Collegial and professional environment. Submit cover letter and resume to: Administrator, McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb, Chartered, 800 Nicollet Mall, Suite 2600, Minneapolis, MN  55402. E-mail: mas@mcgrannshea.com. Fax:  (612) 339-2386. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

PROBATE/ELDER law/estate planning attorneys – AV-rated Minneapolis law firm seeks one or more attorneys to help lead our growing probate/elder law/estate planning group practice, and also to mentor and work with our current associates. Five plus years of experience in areas of probate, estate planning and elder law is preferred. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, initiative and drafting ability.  Portable business is preferred. Compensation and Shareholder status is negotiable based upon qualifications and experience. Collegial and professional environment.  Submit cover letter and resume to: Administrator, McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb, Chartered, 800 Nicollet Mall, Suite 2600, Minneapolis, MN  55402. E-mail: mas@mcgrannshea.com. Fax:  (612) 339-2386. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

TEMPORARY Attorneys – Document Review - Quality Checking Integreon Managed Solutions, working in conjunction with a Fortune 500 client, seeks temporary attorney candidates for an upcoming document review project in Fargo. Flexible scheduling, full-time or part-time available. Project is expected to last approximately 10-12 weeks in length with potential for continuation beyond 12 weeks. Evening shift availability. Qualified candidates will possess a JD. Bar admission is preferred but not required. Prior document review experience is preferred. Résumés should be sent to: Attn: Kay, Integreon Managed Solutions, Inc. 300 45th ST SW #320, Fargo, ND 58103. Or faxed to: (701) 540-0220. Or emailed to: empowerme@integreon.com.

AN AV-RATED litigation defense firm seeks an associate with four plus years of insurance defense, commercial litigation and/or debtor/creditor experience. Candidates must have strong research, writing and advocacy skills. We seek a colleague of high intellectual achievement and strong interpersonal skills. Please submit resume and cover letter to: roemelingl@srsg.net or by mail to: Ricke & Sweeney PA, Attn: Lisa Roemeling, 325 Cedar St Suite 600, St .Paul, MN 55101.

FAMILY law attorney - Mankato, MN. Farrish Johnson Law Office, Chtd, a 10-attorney law firm, is seeking an attorney with an emphasis in family law. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and professional recommendations. The firm offers competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Personnel Committee, 1907 Excel Dr, Mankato, MN 56001 or via email to: mdanay@farrishlaw.com.

ND Protection & Advocacy Project. Bismarck, ND. Fulltime state employee with benefits. Provide legal representation to people with disabilities and legal support to non-attorney advocates. Participate in legislative and systemic advocacy on behalf of people with disabilities. JD, two years attorney work experience and ND licensure required. See: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/3600006.html or call: (701) 328-2950 for more information and application procedure. Open until filled. Application review will commence February 16, 2010.

COMMERCIAL litigation attorney – An outstanding opportunity for a senior level attorney to join a growing and very successful commercial litigation practice within a highly successful full service law firm located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. This top tier law firm distinguishes itself by the seamless integration of its practices and attorneys, its ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for all attorneys, its collegial environment, its outstanding client representation, and its entrepreneurial atmosphere. The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials, seven-plus years of experience representing commercial and business interests and their owners in litigation matters, and have strong analytic, strategic, and interpersonal skills. A unique opportunity for the right individual who is looking for the chance to enhance and enlarge his/her practice within a well established, successful, and growing commercial litigation practice. Please send resume and cover letter to: Trio Executive Search, PO Box 18188, St. Paul, MN 55118; or to: gschokmiller@trioexecutivesearch.com.

ASSOCIATE attorney - health law. Lindquist & Vennum, a 180+ attorney Minneapolis law firm, is seeking an associate attorney with two-plus years of experience in general corporate and health care regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have significant large law firm experience. The associate will work on a wide variety of health-related issues, such as medical device and pharma compliance, fraud and abuse, and health care mergers and acquisitions. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong analytical skills, solid research and writing experience, superior communication skills, and the ability to work independently and handle direct client contact. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and five to ten page writing sample to: Lisannne T. Weisz, Director of Legal Recruiting, Lindquist & Vennum, PLLP; lweisz@lindquist.com.

LITIGATION associates: Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi, LLP, a national firm based in downtown Minneapolis, seeks associates to join its expanding business trial and intellectual property litigation practices in the Minneapolis office. Qualified business litigation candidates will have strong academic credentials and two to five years of complex litigation experience, preferably in the areas of antitrust, directorship law, communications industry-related litigation, securities fraud, and general business litigation. Strong research and writing skills are required. Qualified intellectual property litigation candidates will have strong academic credentials and two to five years of complex litigation experience in intellectual property cases. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or the sciences and strong research and writing skills are preferred. Apply if you have a demonstrated desire to be a trial lawyer, would like to practice law in an environment where new challenges and growth are approached with energy, enthusiasm, and team work, where you work directly with clients and where your efforts are appropriately rewarded with extremely competitive compensation and benefits. Applicants can apply on-line at the career section of our website at: http://www.rkmc.com/associate_careers.aspx. Robins, Kaplan, Miller, & Ciresi, LLP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce.

INTELLECTUAL property litigation attorney – A major Twin Cities based law firm is seeking to add to its intellectual property (IP) practice an experienced IP litigator. The firm is a top tier and highly successful full service law firm located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. The law firm’s IP practice is growing rapidly and is in need of additional IP litigators. The firm distinguishes itself by the breadth and depth of its services, its collegial environment, its entrepreneurial atmosphere, the seamless integration of its practices and attorneys, and its ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for all attorneys. The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials, seven plus years of IP litigation experience (preferably with patent litigation experience), and have strong analytic, strategic, and interpersonal skills. A unique opportunity for the right individual who is looking for the chance to join a very successful IP practice with a highly successful full service law firm. Please send resume and cover letter to: Trio Executive Search, PO Box 18188, St. Paul, MN 55118; or to: gschokmiller@trioexecutivesearch.com.

VICE president, general counsel, and corporate secretary: Butte, Montana, or Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Serves as the chief legal counsel for a $2+ billion in assets, dynamic and growing publicly traded utility company with operations in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Montana. Oversees legal aspects of corporate compliance, governance, government and regulatory relationships, human resources, significant transactions, litigation, and other corporate issues. Competitive salary and benefits. Full job description and application at: www.northwesternenergy.com. NorthWestern Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LITIGATION associate: Felhaber, Larson, Fenlon & Vogt, PA, seeks to hire a litigation associate with two to five years of experience to join our busy litigation section. Commercial and/or employment defense litigation experience is preferred. The ideal candidate must have superb research abilities, outstanding persuasive writing skills, and excellent academic credentials. We are looking for highly-motivated candidates with motion and deposition experience. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Dan Kelly, Recruiting Chair, Felhaber, Larson, Fenlon & Vogt, PA, 220 S Sixth St, Suite 2200, Minneapolis, MN 55402. You may also email your submittal to: dkelly@felhaber.com.

PENTAIR is a diversified operating company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its water group is a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage, and enjoyment of water. Pentair’s technical products group is a leader in the global enclosures and thermal management markets, designing and manufacturing thermal management products and standard, modified, and custom enclosures that house and protect sensitive electronics and electrical components. With 2009 revenues of $2.7 billion, Pentair employs approximately 13,000 people worldwide. Pentair seeks an in-house attorney with strong corporate and commercial skills to support one of its six global business units. This position is located at the Pentair, Inc. corporate headquarters office in Golden Valley, MN and reports to the corporate assistant general counsel. Responsibilities include: advising business unit management on legal matters relating to commercial relationships, operations, human resources, finance, and other areas; assisting on acquisitions and joint venture arrangements or other strategic business partnerships; overseeing litigation and intellectual property matters in conjunction with outside counsel; managing environmental, regulatory, and compliance issues; developing and maintaining compliance practices and policies. Some travel is required. Qualifications Include: JD from accredited law school of recognized standing and license to practice law in MN. Eight to ten years of sophisticated corporate law experience in-house and/or private practice. Solid knowledge of commercial law, particularly drafting and negotiating of distribution, customer and project agreements. Some knowledge of antitrust, export control laws and government contracting. Ability to handle a broad range of general legal matters and work effectively with all levels of business unit personnel in a fast-paced environment. Excellent analytical and strategic business decision-making/problem-solving skills. Ability to provide sound legal advice to implement business goals pragmatically. Strong communication skills, including formal presentation skills and ability to craft communications appropriate for senior executive audiences. Self-discipline, results-orientation, and ability to learn quickly. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work both independently and as a member of a team. Foreign language skills and/or international experience a plus. Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please apply online at: www.Pentair.com.

LITIGATION attorney. Saliterman & Siefferman, PC, an established downtown Minneapolis law firm, seeks a very highly-motivated corporate litigation attorney to join its team. Qualified applicants will have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and interpersonal skills, and at least three years of experience in complex business litigation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant firm with 37 years of successful practice and an established and expanding client base. Major areas of practice include: securities litigation, partnership/shareholder disputes, employment litigation, estate and trust litigation and planning, family law, personal injury and business formation, reorganization, and sale. Recognitions and accomplishments include: AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell; Best Lawyers in America; author Advising Minnesota Corporations and Other Business Organizations, published by Lexis Nexis; and over 150 cases argued before the Minnesota Court of Appeals and Minnesota Supreme Court. The firm offers a competitive compensation structure and room for advancement. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to: Brett Larson at: blarson@saliterman-law.com. Resumes will not be considered without writing samples or references. All inquires and responses will be confidential.

ATTORNEY wanted to join nationally recognized bankruptcy law firm involved in marquis bankruptcy cases throughout the US. We desire highly motivated attorney with one to three years of experience in commercial litigation and/or bankruptcy with excellent academic credentials, writing and negotiation skills, and ability to manage large work load. We expect impeccable references and a strong work ethic. This is a unique opportunity to obtain large firm experience in a boutique firm environment and to interact with some of the top bankruptcy professionals in the country. Send resume and references to: ASK Financial LLP, 2600 Eagan Woods Dr, #400, Eagan, MN 55121; or email to: wpansegrau@askfinancial.com.

FULL-TIME lawyer position for busy civil litigation practice in Bismarck, North Dakota. Work involves primarily insurance defense work. Pay commensurate with experience. Position available approximately April 1. Send resume to Lori Steckler at: lsteckler@smithbakke.com.

LABOR & employment associate - Our firm has an opportunity for a full-time associate to join its labor & employment practice in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Ideal candidates must have two to three years experience representing management in all facets of employment law. In addition, candidates must have experience representing management in traditional labor relations, including administration of collective bargaining agreements, handling arbitrations, and representing management in proceedings before the NLRB. An ability to hit the ground running is essential. We require outstanding academic credentials, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and sound judgment. Admission to the State Bar of Wisconsin is required within six months. We invite you to send your confidential resume to Ms. Tracy Jochims at: tjochims@whdlaw.com. For more than 65 years, Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek, SC, has played a leading role in shaping the political, economic, environmental and legal landscapes in Wisconsin. The firm, with offices in Milwaukee and Madison, has more than 130 attorneys. Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek, SC, 555 E Wells St, Suite 1900, Milwaukee, WI 53202; www.whdlaw.com. Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASSOCIATE general counsel - UnitedHealth Group. At UnitedHealth Group, we are a healthy, growing business and a Fortune 25 company that has been honored in a number of ways. Qualifications: four to seven years experience within a mid to large size corporation or law firm; complex M&A and securities background; adept at working in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture. This position will provide legal counsel and expertise to UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated business segments. The individual will regularly interact with company leaders and outside counsel on issues having impact across UnitedHealth Group entities. Those interested should email: Barbara_Siani@uhc.com.