Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources Attorney

A law firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of relevant experience and will focus primarily on energy regulatory and renewable energy matters.

Duties:

• Handle energy regulatory proceedings at the state level, including rulemaking and traditional/non-traditional rate cases.
• Provide legal counsel on energy policy matters and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist clients with community solar programs, electric vehicle charging station deployment, and retail energy supply contracts.
• Conduct legal research and draft various documents, including memoranda, pleadings, and agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to achieve successful outcomes in legal matters.
• Stay updated on developments in energy law and advise clients accordingly.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.
• 2-5 years of experience practicing law, preferably in energy regulatory matters.
• Strong understanding of state regulatory processes and energy policy.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

Certifications:

Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Knowledge of energy law and regulatory compliance.

This branch office of a mid-west firm is going places. Firm wide, this firm is considered a large firm. This office operates like a small law firm, and its quality of its attorneys and work is high. This is a busy office that represents a lot of the mid-west powerhouse companies in business transactions, intellectual property and litigation, such as commercial, securities, product liability, insurance coverage, and intellectual property matters. The firms lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. Associates who stay 7-8 years make partner. People really do get along with one another. This firm is always looking to find awesome, talented attorneys. Find your niche in business, real property, litigation, and intellectual property law within a relaxed yet highly professional atmosphere.