Junior Energy Transactional Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Junior Energy Transactional Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in Energy & Infrastructure transactions, with expertise in financing and/or private M&A transactions. Experience in project and energy financing, as well as energy and infrastructure-related M&A transactions, is highly desirable. Tax equity and/or IRA credit experience is a plus.

Duties:

• Assist senior attorneys in drafting and negotiating transactional documents related to energy and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on regulatory compliance issues, financing structures, and transactional matters.
• Participate in due diligence investigations and review of project documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure transactional objectives are met efficiently and effectively.
• Provide legal support and guidance on various energy and infrastructure-related matters as needed.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in Energy & Infrastructure transactions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in financing and/or private M&A transactions.
• Preferred experience in project and energy financing and/or energy and infrastructure-related M&A transactions.
• Knowledge of tax equity and/or IRA credit is advantageous.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York, District of Columbia Bar, or Texas Bar, active and in good standing.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York, District of Columbia Bar, or Texas Bar, active and in good standing.

Skills:

• Legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

A general practice firm that has specialist lawyers in many areas of law, this firm's attorneys have unrivaled experience in law and government as several of them have served in various capacities across multiple agencies and administrations. The firm vigorously advocates for clients' interests through the utilization of its unparalleled expertise in the areas of energy, transactional law, and patent & technology litigation, while protecting clients' data through its extensive use of privacy and cybersecurity measures. Home to over 500 lawyers, the firm places a high value on its human resources, and this is evident in the high career advancement levels achieved by its attorneys. The firm also promotes family values and social inclusivity among its staff.