Paralegal - Tax & Business Planning - Coralville, IA

Who We Are

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

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized paralegal to join our Tax & Business Planning practice in our Coralville, Iowa office. This role supports a growing Iowa-based practice that includes tax planning, estate planning and administration, real estate, and closely held business matters.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, client-facing environment and brings strong drafting, organizational, and follow-through skills to complex matters governed by Iowa law. This position is well-suited for a paralegal who enjoys technical work, values precision, and wants to be deeply embedded in a regional practice with meaningful client interaction.

Key Responsibilities Include:

* Support attorneys in tax and business planning matters, including estate planning and administration under Iowa law
* Draft and prepare wills, trusts, probate filings, fiduciary income tax returns, and related documents
* Assist with probate administration and property transfers pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 633
* Support complex tax planning strategies and compliance initiatives
* Provide transactional support for Iowa-based clients, including real estate matters and basic corporate work
* Prepare and maintain corporate records, including minute books, annual minutes, and required filings
* Coordinate document execution and assist with in-person client meetings
* Communicate regularly with clients, courts, and internal teams to ensure deadlines and requirements are met
* Maintain accurate records, manage calendars and deadlines, and ensure timely completion of all filings
* This is an in-person position in our Coralville office, requiring on-site work four days per week.

Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:

* A two-year college degree; paralegal certificate preferred
* 5-8+ years of experience
* Prior experience in tax, estate planning/administration, real estate, business, or transactional legal work
* Familiarity with Iowa probate, estate administration, or fiduciary processes (or a strong interest in developing this expertise)
* Strong drafting and document management skills with exceptional attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines
* Professional, client-focused demeanor with strong communication skills
* Comfort working closely with attorneys in a highly collaborative, in-office environment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
* Preference for IManage experience

Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic and supplemental life insurance; short- and long-term disability; employee resource benefits (including counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance); paid parental leave; parking; 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.

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 to request accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com.

About Fredrikson:

With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative legal solutions while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values.

Fredrikson's 400+ attorneys serve clients through ten locations worldwide, including offices across Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Mexico, and China.

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 any characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position; please apply directly through our careers page.