Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure Associate Attorney - Energy and Regulatory

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid- to senior-level associate attorney specializing in energy and regulatory matters to join their team in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy regulatory law and infrastructure transactions, with a focus on advising data center developers and large energy users.

Duties

• Advise clients on energy regulatory law and infrastructure transactions.
• Manage relationships with internal and external clients and counsel.
• Participate in regulatory proceedings before FERC and state public utility commissions.
• Communicate complex legal matters effectively in both oral and written form.

Requirements

• 3-6+ years of significant law firm experience in relevant fields.
• Experience with digital infrastructure and large-scale energy procurement.
• Proactive with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial and forward-thinking approach.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic and team player attitude.
• Ability to manage increased levels of responsibility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits.
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel and matching gift programs.

Although the San Francisco office of this full-service, multi-national juggernaut is known primarily for its large Litigation department, its Business department is growing and, in fact, includes an outstanding International Transactions practice. Despite its size and impressive stature within the legal community, insiders claim the firm maintains a ?small firm? culture ? associates are neither competitive nor pretentious and the firm itself is notoriously not hierarchical. Salaries are competitive (although associates complain the firm will never be the first to raise salaries), and billable hour pressure is manageable.