Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. · 2 months ago
Municipal Associate Attorney — Civil & Prosecution (Large MN City)
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expDougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. provides comprehensive legal counsel to municipalities, and they are seeking a Municipal Associate Attorney to support civil advisory work and prosecution for a large Minnesota municipality. The role involves a blend of courtroom responsibilities and advisory drafting work, providing immediate responsibility alongside experienced mentors.
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Responsibilities
Advise staff, administrators, and councils on land use, planning & zoning, contracts, licensing, procurement, constitutional issues, and employment questions
Draft/review ordinances, resolutions, development agreements, RFPs/RFQs, and intergovernmental agreements
Counsel on Minnesota Open Meeting Law and Minnesota Government Data Practices Act compliance
Support assessment appeals, eminent domain, and other municipal litigation
Handle arraignments, pretrials, motions, and trials for misdemeanor/gross-misdemeanor and ordinance matters
Manage discovery, plea negotiations, victim/witness communications, and trial prep
Qualification
Required
3–5+ years of relevant experience (municipal civil, prosecution, or closely related)
Courtroom experience and strong written advocacy
Some working knowledge of land use, public law, and Minnesota criminal procedure
Practical, solution-oriented counseling style and calm under pressure
Active Minnesota bar license (in good standing) and valid driver's license for occasional travel to city halls/courthouses
Preferred
Planning & zoning hearing experience; drafting staff reports or council memos
Experience with OML/Data Practices investigations and training
Prior service as a city/township prosecutor or public-sector attorney
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Company
Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.
With 14 attorneys and a 12-member full-time support staff, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.
11-50 employees
Funding
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