Energy, Environmental, and Infrastructure Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated associate with three to seven years of experience to join its Energy, Environmental, and Infrastructure practice in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will manage complex energy and natural resources transactional work and engage in renewable energy projects.

Duties

• Manage complex energy and natural resources transactional work, including M&A and project development.
• Engage in renewable energy transactional work, including joint ventures and commercial agreements.
• Participate in engineering, procurement, and construction contracts for renewable energy facilities.
• Assist with financing transactions in the energy and natural resources sector.
• Contribute to oil and gas projects as needed.

Requirements

• Experience in a sophisticated law firm environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and assume responsibility.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of Illinois or eligibility for admission.

Skills

• Proficiency in managing complex transactional work.
• Experience with renewable energy projects.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave and holidays.

The emerging Midwest office opened eleven years ago. Over sixty skillful attorneys comprise the law practice. Its area of specialization is corporate law. Practice areas are significant. Banking-finance, real estate, class actions, commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and tax matters; international, state, and Federal. Attorneys at the Midwest office endorse community outreach.