Who we are:

Winthrop & Weinstine is a business law firm of more than 150 attorneys with a deliberate culture of enterprise and fresh thinking. Located in the heart of Minneapolis and with a national reach, we deliver service, smart perspectives and practical outcomes to put the law to work for our clients. At Winthrop & Weinstine, we work together energetically and creatively to achieve our goals. We are committed to dealing with one another fairly, respectfully and honestly to create a healthy stable and collegial organization. Every person in the firm is an integral part of the client service team and contributes to the firm's, and our clients', success. Join our nimble force and put the law to work. Learn more at www.winthrop.com.

What we need:

Winthrop & Weinstine is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Legislative Coordinator to work in our Regulatory and Government Relations Department - someone with strong attention to detail who can assist with heavy scheduling for the team. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a close-knit team provides a challenging opportunity and an enjoyable workplace. The responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide administrative support for the Regulatory and Government Relations team.
• Provide calendar management, scheduling and arranging Legislator meetings and monitoring House and Senate hearing schedules.
• Assist with legislative tasks, such as listening to broadcasted hearings, taking notes, categorizing and bill tracking.
• Prepare and file lobbyist reports twice a year.
• Prepare new lobbyist registration statements and terminations.
• Coordinate fundraisers.
• Maintain the government relations event and fundraiser calendar.
• Maintain database contact lists and department spreadsheets.
• Support the Political Action Committee, including record-keeping.
• Maintain electronic client files, file emails and attachments in client files.
• Process client invoices and attorney reimbursements.
• Process conflict reports and open new client matters.
• Monitor and maintain professional memberships, CLE reporting, and state license registration.
• Draft documents, including document comparisons and conversions, manipulation of pdf documents, editing and scanning.
• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones, responding to and handling routine correspondence, and making reservations/appointments.

Qualification and Skills:

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy; excellent grammar, proofreading and communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment and work well under pressure with deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and follow assignments through to completion.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft suite and familiarity with FileSite electronic documentation.
• Two years of administrative support experience preferred.
• Interest in regulatory and government relations.
• Prior working experience in the legislature preferred.

Winthrop & Weinstine requires COVID-19 Vaccinations.

Applications:

To apply for the position, please click this link: https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=4498551 or find the position on the Careers page on Winthrop & Weinstine's website.