The role, as published
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.
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.
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