Associate – Family Law
Full Time – Exempt
Reports to: Family Law Practice Lead
About Henson Efron
Henson Efron is a midsized law firm, located in downtown Minneapolis, with robust practices in business law, family law, litigation, estate planning, tax, and real estate law. Understanding is the cornerstone of our culture, encompassing a multifaceted approach that extends beyond legal mastery. We believe in understanding the law, the Twin Cities region, our clients, and equally importantly, our team members. We integrate authenticity and empathy with legal acumen creating a culture that prioritizes exceptional client service and a supportive, fulfilling workplace.
Role Highlights
The Family Law Associate is a key contributor to our firm’s success, collaborating with individuals and families on a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, and post-decree issues. This role involves managing client matters from inception to resolution, including contested proceedings, while delivering high-quality, cost-effective legal services. The associate engages in meaningful client, court, and professional interactions, balancing independent responsibilities with teamwork to ensure seamless support, strategic advocacy, and efficient handling of all matters.
Primary Focus
- Client Advocacy: Advise and represent clients in family law matters, including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, and post-decree disputes.
- Case Strategy and Litigation: Develop and implement legal strategies, manage discovery and motion practice, and represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials.
- Financial Analysis and Settlement: Analyze financial information, evaluate marital and non-marital assets, and develop effective settlement strategies.
- Matter Management: Manage multiple client matters and deadlines while supporting and collaborating with multiple shareholders. Gradually assume primary responsibility for leading cases, serving as a key client contact, and driving matters toward successful resolution.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned: Responsibilities, duties, and activities may change at any time.
Core Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with a record of strong academic achievement.
- Licensed to practice in Minnesota and membership in good standing with the state bar.
- 1–4 years of experience practicing law as a licensed attorney in a law firm setting.
- Judicial clerkship experience preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and persuasively.
- Critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyze, synthesize, and organize complex information logically.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work product.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Pro.
- Maintain high standards of professional conduct in compliance with the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct.
What To Expect
- At Henson Efron, we prioritize the growth and success of our associate attorneys from day one. Each associate is paired with a senior leader who serves as their supervising attorney and another senior leader who acts as a mentor, providing personalized guidance and support. Our collaborative team environment ensures every member thrives, with the backing of a dedicated staff, supportive peers, and experienced attorneys committed to your success.
- Comprehensive benefits are designed to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being and a flexible work environment. Highlighted benefits include a variety of insurance options, many supplemented by the firm: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness. Financial guidance through 401(k) advisors with employer match and profit sharing. Additional benefits include firm paid Calm app to support mental health, Capella Tower gym access, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
- Compensation for this position, ranging from $120,000 to $140,000, is commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications.
- While performing this job’s duties, the employee will have prolonged periods of sitting or standing and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Sarah Ptacek using the form below.
Henson & Efron, P.A. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all aspects of our work environment and practices.
