Energy Practice Assistant - Des Moines, IA

Who We Are

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

A newly created Practice Assistant position is available within our Energy practice group in the Des Moines office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, an analytical mind, and an interest in growing their legal career. This role offers exposure to a unique and highly specialized area of law, supporting attorneys and team members through a variety of administrative and legal tasks.

• Processing expenses
• Creating and revising documents
• Scheduling meetings
• Assisting with business travel
• Providing support with marketing and business development
• Assisting paralegals and legal administrative assistants in meeting deadlines

• Strong administrative skills
• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Advanced technical skills in Microsoft 2010 Suite and willingness to learn new systems and applications

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid‑parental leave, parenting classes, pre‑tax parking and transportation options, and more. Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401(k)/Roth investment options, and a firm‑paid profit‑sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

The salary range for this position varies by geographical market.

Applications will only be accepted online at  Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.