Legal Administrative Assistant - Corporate - Fargo, ND

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 full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Fargo office, supporting our dynamic corporate, finance, and mergers and acquisitions practice group. This is a great opportunity for candidates with transactional legal administrative experience or those with a strong executive assistant background who are eager to transition into the legal field. As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality client service by providing essential administrative support to attorneys and paralegals. Your responsibilities will span a variety of legal practice areas, with a focus on document management, workflow coordination, and helping ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of our Fargo office. This position is full-time, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and is located onsite in our Fargo office. Key Responsibilities Include: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegalsPrepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondenceManage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangementsMaintain and organize client and case files (electronic and physical)Communicate with clients and external contacts professionally and confidentiallyAssist with time entry, billing, and expense reportingCoordinate with other departments to support workflow and case managementMaintain up-to-date knowledge of firm policies and proceduresPerform other administrative tasks and special projects as assigned Our Ideal Candidate Will Have: Prior experience as a legal administrative assistant preferredAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 2010 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and a readiness to master new systemsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentProfessional demeanor and a collaborative, team-oriented attitudeA general understanding of business law terminology and legal processes impacting businesses (a plus) 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 caregiving 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. In addition to a highly competitive salary, the firm offers a 40-hour work week and a collaborative, hybrid work environment. The salary range for this position varies by geographical market. Applying For This Position: Applications will only be accepted online at https://www.fredlaw.com/careers-meet-us. Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com. About Fredrikson: Fredrikson & Byron is a leading Midwest law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally and globally. With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to work with clients and operate as business advisors and strategic partners as well as legal counselors. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 425 attorneys serve clients from offices in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Mexico and China. Learn more at fredlaw.com or LinkedIn . 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. We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position; please apply directly through our careers page.