Energy and Infrastructure Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney to join its Energy and Infrastructure practice in Sacramento, CA. The ideal candidate will have experience in energy projects related to renewables and energy storage, with a focus on energy offtake work, including renewable energy power purchase agreements and energy storage offtake agreements.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate renewable energy power purchase agreements.
• Advise clients on energy storage offtake agreements.
• Collaborate with clients in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 3-9 years of relevant experience in energy projects.
• Excellent academic credentials and superior communication skills.
• Membership to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and team members.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• 401K program and flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This preeminent California firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. The Sacto office has strong litigation, IP, government, securities, finance, and antitrust practices. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable hour levels above 1,950.