QUALIFICATIONS

We seek candidates who want to be trial lawyers. Our clients demand the highest quality representation from our attorneys, as reflected in our written work and oral advocacy. New associates should arrive at our firm with those skills and prepared to practice law. We look for candidates with high academic achievement in college and law school who participated in activities such as law review, moot court, judicial clerkships, and volunteer work. Well-rounded, intelligent applicants committed to a career as a trial lawyer are ideal candidates to join Flynn, Gaskins & Bennett.

DIVERSITY

Flynn, Gaskins & Bennett is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from under-represented groups. Our firm participates in the Minnesota Minority Recruiting Conference in September of each year. Our firm has been recognized as one of the top employers of female lawyers among Minnesota’s Top 50 law firms.

RECRUITING

Lawyers beginning their careers as litigators are attracted by our sophisticated practice, hands-on experience, and the national scope of our work. You will get an initial interview if your background and experience meet our requirements. The initial interview is your opportunity to learn about Flynn, Gaskins & Bennett and the people who make our firm successful. Follow up interviews are with our management and any other members of our firm you choose. Why do we do this? We want you to have input in the interviewing process and be able to meet with those whose work or background interests you or with whom you will work as you start your career. All members of our firm will give you an unvarnished description of their experience and the opportunities our firm offers. Our goal is to make you comfortable with our firm before you make a decision to join us. We trust you will find that Flynn, Gaskins & Bennett is an excellent place to start your career as a trial lawyer.

BENEFITS

• Competitive starting salary
• Bonuses: Discretionary based on firm profitability and performance
• Health Insurance: Firm pays 2/3 of premium
• Life Insurance: Provided by firm
• Long-Term Disability: Provided by firm
• Retirement: 401K with a 2% match along with profit sharing
• Parking: Provided by firm in underground ramp in our building
• License & Association Fees: All state license fees and state and county bar association fees paid for by firm