Workers Compensation Attorney Principal - Compensation Attorney Principal

Working Title: Workers Compensation Attorney Principal

Job Class: Compensation Attorney Principal

Agency: Workers Comp Court of Appeals

• Job ID : 97194

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/26/2026

• Closing Date : 10/26/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Workers Comp Court of Appeals / Workers Comp Ct Appeals-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Wk. Comp. Court of Appeals / Judge 1 Staff Atty

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $40.63 - $60.39 / hourly; $84,835 - $126,094 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The individual in this position will provide legal research, writing, advice, and assistance in complex proceedings to the judges of Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals. The attorney will assist the court in resolving motions, appeals, and petitions in workers’ compensation cases before the court and will assist in handling court administrative and other legal matters as assigned.

Principal Tasks

• Review new cases filed with the court, manage cases prior to assignment to the judges, and summarize the results of that review.

• Review, analyze, and interpret legal documents and recommend and prepare orders and memoranda.

• Prepare medical records summaries and summaries of other evidence as appropriate.

• Assist judges as requested in preparation and review draft opinions, dissents or concurrences.

• Act as marshal for oral arguments.

• Supervise legal interns or law clerks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Qualified applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in the State of Minnesota.

Additionally applicants will be assessed on the following qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience as a workers’ compensation attorney or appellate experience. This experience must include:

• Case management experience.

• Considerable knowledge of legal concepts in the area of workers compensation law, appeals, or related areas in administrative law.

• Knowledge and experience with legal research sources and methods. .

• Extensive knowledge of Minnesota’s workers’ compensation system, statutes and rules.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated legal writing and research skills.

• Ability to use a variety of computer software applications, such as electronic mail and calendaring systems, Windows Operating System, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Westlaw.

• Ability to comprehend medical terminology and issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a state court or agency.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass background and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.