About Us

Aspelmeier, Fisch, Power, Engberg & Helling, P.L.C. is a full-service law firm serving clients across Southeast Iowa from our Burlington, IA office. We have five offices in Southeast Iowa. Our team practices in litigation, business, real estate, estate planning, and municipal matters. We’re known for hands-on mentorship, practical training, and meaningful client work.

The Role (June, July, August, 10-12 weeks)

As a Summer Law Clerk, you will:

• Draft research memos, motions, and pleadings for active cases.
• Observe depositions, mediations, and court hearings often the same day your work is filed.
• Assist with due diligence for transactions and real estate closings.
• Meet clients alongside partners and associates; sit in on strategy sessions.
• Join attorney meetings with local judges, and business owners.

What You’ll Gain

• Intensive mentorship from partners and senior associates.
• Courtroom exposure in state court.
• Practical skills in Iowa practice and procedure.

Requirements

• A 1L or 2L in good standing, with excellent research and writing.
• Curious, dependable, and comfortable juggling varied assignments.
• Eager to build relationships in a close-knit legal community.
• Ties to Iowa or genuine interest in practicing here after graduation (a plus).

How to Apply

Send a single PDF to shaas@seialaw.com with:

• 1) résumé, 2) unofficial law school transcript, 3) short writing sample (5-10 pages), and 4) a brief note (300 words) on what you hope to learn practicing law in Southeast Iowa.

Priority deadline: February 28, 2026. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.