Paralegal – Real Estate/Renewable Energy – Des Moines, IA

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Paralegal in Des Moines specializing in real estate and renewable energy projects. The role involves supporting attorneys through various phases of project development, including document drafting and due diligence. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of paralegal experience and strong organizational skills, with a collaborative approach to work.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Parking

Transportation options

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in real estate or transactional work.
• Familiarity with online real property resources and basic real estate legal descriptions.
• Self-motivated with a collaborative and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supporting attorneys on real estate aspects of renewable energy projects.
• Reviewing title commitments and preparing drafts of real estate documents.
• Maintaining and organizing electronic document repositories.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Project management tools

Job description

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Who We Are:

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

Overview:

We are seeking a Paralegal experienced in real estate or other transactional work to support our Energy Department in the Des Moines office. This position will focus on the real estate aspects of renewable energy projects. The team member will assist attorneys and other paralegals in supporting clients through all phases of renewable energy project development, including lease and easement drafting, title and survey review, and drafting curative documents. On-the-job training for real estate nuances related to energy projects will be provided.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting and collaborating with attorneys and paralegals on real estate aspects of renewable energy projects.
• Reviewing title commitments to confirm ownership, review encumbrances, and identify deficiencies in easement documents.
• Preparing drafts of real estate documents such as easements, memoranda, affidavits, and other title corrective documents.
• Reviewing surveys to identify concerns with easements and site control documents.
• Supporting real estate due diligence for large-scale projects by organizing and managing relevant tasks.
• Assisting with the preparation and tracking of real estate closing checklists and deliverables.
• Maintaining and organizing electronic document repositories.
• Collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• At least 3 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in real estate (including closings, litigation, or foreclosures) or transactional work.
• High attention to detail.
• Familiarity with online real property resources (county GIS websites, Iowa Land Records) and basic real estate legal descriptions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat; project management tools is a plus.
• Self-motivated with a collaborative and positive attitude.
• Ability to be on-site in Des Moines at least two days per week.

Benefits:

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, employee resource programs, parental leave, parenting classes, parking, transportation options, and more. Our retirement plan features financial planning, Social Security/Medicare guidance, 401k/Roth options, and profit-sharing contributions. We offer a competitive salary, a 37.5-hour work week, and a collaborative hybrid work environment.

Applying for This Position:

Apply online at www.fredlaw.com/careers. Submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. For assistance or accommodations, contact [e-mail].

About Fredrikson:

Fredrikson is a law firm where law and business meet, providing innovative legal solutions with a focus on inclusion and diversity. Our 400+ attorneys serve clients nationwide and internationally from multiple locations. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.

Fredrikson is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We do not accept search firm submissions at this time.