Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a skilled Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney to provide comprehensive legal assistance to clients navigating tax issues related to renewable energy transactions. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in tax law, particularly in renewable energy tax matters, and excellent academic credentials.

Duties:

• Advise clients on tax issues about renewable energy transactions, including but not limited to construction requirements, prevailing wage requirements, and apprenticeship requirements under code sections 45 and 48.
• Assist in M&A transactions, tax equity transactions, tax credit transfers, and other joint ventures within the renewable energy sector.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on tax laws and regulations applicable to renewable energy projects.
• Draft legal documents, agreements, and tax opinion letters as necessary for client representation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure tax laws and regulations compliance.

Requirements:

• 3-8 years of experience practicing law in a reputable law firm.
• Demonstrated experience in tax credit transactions, tax credit transfers, tax equity financings, and tax opinion letters.
• Excellent academic credentials from a recognized institution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
• LL.M. in Taxation (preferred).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations, particularly in the context of renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drafting legal documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.

Job Location: Houston, TX

This is the Houston office of a law firm that has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work hard in a friendly atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the Virginia office include real estate finance and land use, aviation law, communications law, tax, trust and estate planning, and a wide range of litigation. They also have a significant practice in the areas of corporate finance and intellectual property rights.