Junior Renewable Energy Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior Renewable Energy Transactions Associate Attorney to join its Energy, Environmental, Mining, and Transportation Division in Irvine, CA. The role involves working with the Renewable Energy group on diverse projects, including development, commercial, financing, and transactional matters.

Duties

• Assist in project development and transactional matters within the renewable energy sector.
• Negotiate, draft, and close commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with team members on mergers, acquisitions, and financing projects.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in renewable or conventional energy transactions, or related fields.
• Exposure to negotiating and drafting commercial agreements.
• Familiarity with tax credit matters, including ITCs or PTCs, is a plus.
• Licensed to practice in or eligible for admission without examination in California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts.
• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, and other personal reasons.
• Paid bar dues, approved bar association memberships, and CLE expenses.
• Work-life programs, including service bonuses and back-up care options.