Energy Transactional Project Development Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Energy Transactional Project Development Associate to join its practice group in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 7 years of project experience, particularly in energy, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate M&A, JVs, EPCs, O&M, tolling, development, supply agreements, and power purchase agreements.
• Manage components of deals independently.
• Represent clients in national project finance and development matters.
• Participate in sophisticated legal transactions.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of relevant project experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently.

Benefits

• Opportunity for high-level partner and client contact.
• Supportive and flexible team environment.
• Career development opportunities.

This mid-sized firm has strategic offices throughout the nation and is known for litigation, in particular. Even with 60+ attorneys in the DC office, the work is abundant and the associate client contact are substantial. Look to this firm to continue to expand modestly, bringing in more business from an increasingly national clientele. The firm is entering it's third decade of existence and has certainly branched from its roots in insurance litigation.