Energy and Infrastructure Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney to join its Energy and Infrastructure practice in Portland, OR. The ideal candidate will have experience in energy projects, particularly in renewable energy and energy storage, focusing on energy offtake work.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate renewable energy power purchase agreements.
• Handle corporate PPAs and energy storage offtake agreements.
• Manage offtakes for carbon removal credits and nuclear offtakes.
• Negotiate renewable energy credit agreements and hedging agreements.
• Work on resource adequacy sales agreements, ISDAs, and EEI agreements.

Requirements

• 3-9+ years of relevant experience in energy projects.
• Excellent academic credentials and superior communication skills.
• Membership to the State Bar where the candidate will be located.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Client-focused with excellent interpersonal skills.

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.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.

This global law firm has 25 offices that focus on the technology, financial and energy sectors, but also practice in corporate and litigation. This is their Seattle office.