Energy, Regulation and Litigation Associate

A leading global law firm seeks an Energy, Regulation and Litigation Associate with 2-7 years’ experience to join our Chambers-ranked and growing energy practice. They represent clients on a broad range of energy regulatory matters, including regulatory authorizations and administrative litigation before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and state utility commissions, energy project development, regulatory counseling for energy transactions, appellate litigation before federal and state courts, and interfacing with regional transmission organizations (RTOs). They work on large energy infrastructure projects such as renewable, thermal and nuclear power generation, power transmission, oil and natural gas pipelines, and liquified natural gas (LNG) export terminals. Their clients include regulated public utilities, independent power producers, independent transmission companies, private equity investors, tax equity investors, activist investors, and oil and gas companies.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting pleadings and briefs;
• Policy-oriented advocacy;
• Settlement and contract negotiation;
• Working with experts to prepare testimony;
• Conducting administrative hearings;
• Providing regulatory support to M&A, private equity and project finance transactions, compliance counseling and strategic advising.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and an active bar membership in good standing in the state they are submitting their application.

• 2-7 years of experience in energy regulatory matters.
• Excellent analytical, research and writing skills.
• Strong commitment to client service and policy-oriented advocacy.

Ideal candidates will have experience working before FERC, a keen interest in energy, a collegial approach to practicing law, and an interest in working on a broad variety of energy regulatory issues.

Their teams invest in professional development and mentorship. Candidates should be enthusiastic about developing new skills and subject matter expertise, interacting directly with clients, and making the most of in-office time by meeting face-to-face with colleagues.

Compensation: $235,000 and $420,000 which is depended upon qualifications and other operational considerations. In addition, a discretionary, performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Healthcare;

Retirement benefits;

Paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time;

Parental leave;

Basic life insurance;

Flexible Spending:

Working arrangement: Hybrid

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Washington, D.C. office