Energy, Environmental And Infrastructure Associate Attorney

Job Title: Energy, Environmental, And Infrastructure Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Irvine, CA, is actively seeking an associate attorney with 3-7 years of experience to join its nationally recognized practice focused on energy, environmental, and infrastructure matters. The role involves handling high-stakes transactions across renewable energy, natural resources, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in both traditional and emerging areas of energy law, capable of managing multifaceted deal structures, and comfortable navigating commercial and development agreements.

Duties:

• Lead and support complex transactions in the energy and natural resources sector, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures

• Draft and negotiate key project development and commercial agreements, including:

  • Power purchase agreements (PPAs)

  • Operation & maintenance (O&M) agreements

  • Shared facilities agreements

  • Procurement contracts for materials and equipment

• Participate in renewable energy development deals, including build-to-transfer arrangements and multi-party agreements

• Assist with drafting and reviewing engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts for energy generation projects

• Contribute to financing arrangements and strategic partnerships in energy-related sectors

• Advise clients operating within the oil and gas markets as applicable

• Engage in cross-functional collaboration with legal teams across corporate, regulatory, and environmental practice areas

• Manage simultaneous workstreams and ensure timely delivery of high-quality legal work

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-7 years of post-JD legal experience (7 years maximum)

• Significant exposure to complex transactional matters in a major law firm or a similarly demanding legal environment

• Familiarity with renewable energy markets and their associated legal frameworks

• Understanding of construction, engineering, and procurement aspects in project development

• Ability to work independently and lead on specific workstreams while integrating with broader deal teams

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting with shifting priorities

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• Eligibility for admission to the California Bar (if not already a member) is preferred

Skills:

• Transactional drafting and negotiation

• Legal analysis and risk assessment

• Project finance familiarity (preferred)

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Time management and multitasking

• Client-focused approach and team orientation

Job Location:

• Irvine, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance coverage

• Retirement plan options

• Paid parental leave

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Designated paid holidays

• A flexible work environment fostering diversity and inclusion

• Recognized commitment to equity across gender, LGBTQ+, and other identities through multiple global certifications and awards

The California office opened twenty-two years ago. Practice areas served are across-the-board. There are thirty-one talented attorneys staffed at the law office. Areas of concentration include corporate finance-securities, real estate, project finance, environmental, labor-employment, litigation, products liability, and class action defense. Attorneys are involved in many community service organizations throughout the year. Besides, they have received commendations from major industry publications.