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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for human rights lawyer in Minnesota is $98,555.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,400.00 and $100,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a human rights lawyer do?

A Human Rights Lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in cases involving the protection and promotion of fundamental rights and freedoms. They represent individuals or groups whose rights have been violated and may work on issues such as discrimination, freedom of speech, or asylum cases. Human Rights Lawyers can work for non-governmental organizations, government agencies, or in private practice, and they often engage in litigation, advocacy, and policy development to uphold human rights standards.

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To thrive as a Human Rights Lawyer, you need a law degree, bar admission, and a deep understanding of international human rights law and legal research. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and international legal frameworks is typically required. Excellent advocacy, cross-cultural communication, and resilience are vital soft skills for working with diverse clients and sensitive cases. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively protecting individuals' rights and achieving justice in complex legal environments.

What are some common challenges faced by human rights lawyers in their daily work?

Human rights lawyers often deal with complex cases that can be emotionally and mentally demanding, especially when representing vulnerable populations or confronting systemic injustices. They may encounter resistance from authorities, limited access to resources, and lengthy legal processes that require persistence and resilience. Additionally, balancing advocacy with legal strategy while maintaining client confidentiality and security is a frequent challenge. Collaboration with NGOs, international organizations, and multidisciplinary teams is essential to build strong cases and drive meaningful change.

What is the difference between Human Rights Lawyer vs Civil Rights Attorney?

AspectHuman Rights LawyerCivil Rights Attorney
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, specialization in international or human rights lawLaw degree, bar admission, focus on domestic civil rights law
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, international courts, government agenciesLaw firms, government agencies, advocacy groups
Industry UsageInternational human rights organizations, NGOs, UN bodiesLegal practice focusing on discrimination, voting rights, and equality issues

Human Rights Lawyers primarily focus on international and global issues, often working with NGOs or international bodies. Civil Rights Attorneys concentrate on domestic issues like discrimination and voting rights. Both roles require legal credentials but differ in scope and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Human Rights Lawyer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,555 per year, or $47.4 per hour.

Frauds and Disputes Specialist

Gurstel Law Firm P C

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description


Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. – Fraud and Disputes Specialist


JOB SUMMARY

The Centralization Department within Gurstel Law Firm. P.C. is a Department of four separate team; Judgment Entry, Mail Entry, Frauds & Disputes and Affidavits. The team consists of specific employees that specialize in each of their individual tasks. These sections have been identified as having similar job functions across all of the Firm’s states and therefore, identified to be housed within a specific team for consistency, both with regulatory concerns and client directives.

PRIMARY JOB FUNICTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Frauds & Disputes Specialist, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

  • Handling of all of Firm’s Fraud and Dispute claims in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures and client directives.
  • Review of correspondence to ensure accuracy of information entered into the database system for proper reporting to clients.
  • Report, as necessary, any and all Fraud and Dispute claims to clients, in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
  • Uploading correspondence and applicable information to clients via client portal, e-mail, etc.
  • Pull work queues to promptly review all pending claims for next steps.
  • Draft applicable responses for attorney review and approval.
  • Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
  • Work with Attorneys and Clients to properly handle fraud and dispute claims. All other duties as assigned.
  • Position might have the availability to work remotely with some office time, depending upon Manager/Director/Human Resources approval.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Responsible individual who is able to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • High School diploma or equivalent GED
  • Legal field certificate/2-yr degree (experience may be substituted for education),
  • Background in Retail Claims and Creditors’ Rights Laws preferred
  • Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Organizational.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machine, copiers, etc.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to Detail.
  • Superior problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and dependability.

TRAVEL – This position requires up to 0-5% travel. Travel excludes local commute. Travel into office to complete work as needed.


COMPETENCIES

  • Adaptability 20%
  • Productivity 12.5%
  • Accountability 12.5%
  • Teamwork 20%
  • Communication 20%
  • Initiative 7.5%
  • Sense of Urgency 7.5%

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)/ Paid Holidays


Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (hereinafter “the Firm”) is multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of legal collection process. The Firm is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, and Wisconsin. Its practice is focused on the development of attorneys’ litigation skills, strategies and industry knowledge.

CULTURE At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and are a very fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people! Success is celebrated and we are looking for people who share those same values with the drive to exceed expectations and think outside the box! Our culture is what makes our Firm a fun and rewarding place to work.

EOE- Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.