Environment, Energy & Resources Associate Attorney – Midlevel

A leading international law firm is seeking highly motivated midlevel associates to join its nationally recognized Environment, Energy & Resources practice group. This role sits at the intersection of digital infrastructure and the energy transition, helping clients design power strategies and navigate the state and federal regulatory frameworks shaping tomorrow's energy landscape.

Scope of work includes negotiating sophisticated power purchase agreements and custom energy service agreements on behalf of developers, utilities and corporate buyers, including large technology companies and data center developers. The associate will also advise on complex electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs such as PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT and CAISO, covering capacity market mechanisms, large load and generator interconnection policies, and market participation.

The position additionally involves representing clients in high-stakes proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, advising on compliance with market-based rate programs, qualifying facilities and exempt wholesale generators, and counseling on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.

• 3-6 years of experience in energy law, preferably with a mix of regulatory and transactional work
• Familiarity with the Federal Power Act, power market mechanics and power transaction structures
• Demonstrated ability to draft bespoke energy contracts
• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice, or eligible to waive in, to the jurisdiction of the office location