"At Whitfield & Eddy, P.L.C., we strive to hire attorneys with excellent academic credentials, but who are also highly motivated to succeed in a challenging profession, possess an entrepreneurial spirit, and value the opportunity to practice law in a truly collegial workplace environment. Whether you are an established attorney who is considering a lateral move or a law student getting ready to begin your legal career, we would be pleased to consider your qualifications for a position with our law firm." Jay Casini Chair, Professional Recruitment Committee

"Whitfield & Eddy attorneys are assisted by professional legal assistants (sometimes called paralegals) who have formal education in areas of the law and/or have passed a national two-day examination that establishes a standard for the profession. Legal assistants work closely with and under the supervision of our attorneys. They gather information, draft documents, assist attorneys during trial, and perform many client services that require a substantive knowledge of the law, as well as knowledge of the technology used to efficiently organize and present information. Their assistance allows more efficient use of our attorneys’ time and more cost-effective delivery of legal services. Needless to say, legal assistants play an important role in the practice of law at Whitfield & Eddy, P.LC." Maureen Roach Tobin

What we look for:

• Distinguished academic and professional career.
• Civility, integrity, and dedication to fostering a greater recognition of the honorable role of lawyers in society.
• Client development and service skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional, personal and intellectual development.
• Community involvement and leadership.

Our hiring practices:

Equal Employment Opportunity is both the policy and the practice of Whitfield & Eddy, P.L.C. Our policy of Equal Employment Opportunity is to:

• Recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender preference, age, disability or any other protected status.
• Ensure that all aspects of employment such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, promotions, terminations of employment and/or disciplinary actions are managed in accordance with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with known disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

What we offer our legal assistants: *

Compensation

• Competitive salaries
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Employer-funded money purchase retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependant care expenses
• Payroll and FSA reimbursement direct deposit
• Paid parking or mass transit

Paid Time Off

• PTO (Paid Time Off) plan that provides significant flexibility in scheduling and taking time off for any purpose, including illness and vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave, including paid leave for non-primary care givers
• Paid or unpaid leave pursuant to the Family Medical Leave Act

Health and Wellness

• Employer-subsidized group health insurance (high-deductible plan with employer-funded Health Savings Account) which includes a vision discount program and an employee assistance program
• Employer-subsidized group dental insurance
• On-site flu shots
• On-site wellness screenings

Other Insurance Benefits

• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Group long-term disability insurance

Professional Development

• Opportunities to work with attorneys in several practice groups and to find the areas of law that match your skills and interests
• Broad client base providing desirable volume and variety of work
• Tuition reimbursement for approved professional development courses
• Professional association dues
• Annual requirement of 1600 billable hours

Working Environment

• Regular firm social events (quarterly staff luncheons, summer family picnic, community volunteer projects, holiday party, etc.)
• Complimentary bottled water, coffee, tea, hot cocoa, sodas and fruit juices
• Furnished office with all necessary computer equipment

* Please note that the benefits listed by Whitfield & Eddy, P.L.C. may be changed at any time without notice except for those notices that are required by law.

How to apply:

Please submit your resume or CV and a cover letter to:

Chair, Professional Recruitment Committee
PRCChair@whitfieldlaw.com
317 Sixth Ave., Suite 1200
Des Moines, IA 50309-4195
Fax: 515-246-1474