Junior Energy Transactional Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a motivated Junior Energy Transactional Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in Energy & Infrastructure transactions, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and demonstrate expertise in financing and/or private M&A transactions.

Duties:

• Assist in drafting and negotiating transaction documents related to energy and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various energy-related matters.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on due diligence, deal structuring, and client communications.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to the development of legal strategies.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience with 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 desirable.
• 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.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Client relationship management.
• Deal structuring and due diligence.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Team collaboration and interpersonal 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.