Associate Attorney — Estate Planning
West Fargo, North Dakota | Fall 2027
Ohnstad Twichell, one of North Dakota’s oldest and largest full-service law firms, is seeking a law student graduating in 2027 to join the Estate Planning Department in our West Fargo office in fall 2027.
As an Associate Attorney at Ohnstad Twichell, you will work alongside experienced attorneys while performing meaningful and challenging legal work for clients. This position offers an opportunity to develop an estate-planning practice in a collaborative, client-focused firm environment.
We hire associates thoughtfully and invest in their long-term professional development. We seek attorneys interested in building a lasting practice and pursuing a potential future path to shareholder status within the firm. Associates are expected to demonstrate initiative, professionalism, sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to excellent client service.
Ohnstad Twichell encourages and supports associates’ active involvement in firm activities, professional organizations, volunteer service, and community networking. We value attorneys who develop meaningful professional relationships, contribute to the communities we serve, and participate in opportunities that support their professional development and the firm’s long-term success.
What We Offer
Ohnstad Twichell offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, paid continuing legal education, mentorship from experienced attorneys, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth. Associates receive meaningful responsibility and professional autonomy while working collaboratively with colleagues and serving clients across the region.
To learn more about Ohnstad Twichell, please review our practice areas and attorney profiles.
Please submit your cover letter, résumé, law school transcript, writing sample, and professional references as one combined PDF document.
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to 701-282-3249.
Ohnstad Twichell is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Ohnstad Twichell 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.
Skills Required
- Law student graduating in 2027
- Cover letter, resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and professional references submitted as one combined PDF
What We Do
Ohnstad Twichell, P.C. is a full-service law firm serving clients in North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota. Founded in 1939, it provides legal representation and advice across business and commercial law, civil litigation, estate planning, real estate, municipal law, public finance, energy, water, securities, employment, family law, and other practice areas. The firm operates offices in several Red River Valley communities.
