Senior Associate/Junior Partner - Energy

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a team-oriented senior associate or junior partner to join the Energy Practice Group in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of six years' experience and a strong background in nuclear regulatory law.

Duties

• Appear before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
• Manage licensing and relicensing of nuclear power projects.
• Oversee site planning for nuclear facilities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and manage project transactions.
• Handle environmental permitting processes.
• Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Advise energy-sector clients effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years' experience in relevant legal practice.
• Strong background in nuclear regulatory law.
• Experience with NRC appearances and nuclear project licensing.
• Proficiency in regulatory compliance and environmental permitting.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice.

Skills

• Excellent collaboration and team-working abilities.
• Strong advisory skills for energy-sector clients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities.