Description:
Who we are:Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.
Overview:
We are seeking a transactional associate with 2-5 years of experience to join our Energy department. This position will focus on commercial/transactional work, including commercial contracts, supplier agreements, power procurement arrangements, energy storage contracting, construction agreements, M&A transactions, project finance, and other strategic transactions. Candidates should have experience in commercial/transactional work and an interest in the energy industry. This position offers a hybrid work environment. While candidates based in our Minneapolis office are preferred, we will also consider candidates interested in working from another Fredrikson office or candidates desiring to work remotely; arrangements would be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:
- 2-5 years of legal experience in private practice or related in-house positions
- Interest in the energy industry
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills
- Strong academic background
- J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School
- Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- The ability to practice law or the ability to become admitted in the state of New York is a plus
Our Benefits:
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 care-giving guidance), paid-parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.
Applying for This Position:
Applications will only be accepted online at www.fredlaw.com/careers, and applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and legal transcript. For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact lawrecruiting@fredlaw.com.