Senior Energy Development Attorney

Senior Energy Development Attorney

Job Overview: A leading law firm in Seattle, WA, is seeking an experienced Senior Energy Development Attorney. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team focusing on both traditional and renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy transactions, project development, and financing while thriving in a collaborative environment. This position involves working with national and international clients on complex energy projects.

Duties:

• Handle energy transactions, including project development, transactional due diligence, and financing.
• Draft and review EPC contracts, supply agreements, and O&M agreements.
• Provide legal guidance regarding international trade restraints (WROs, AD/CVDs), import tariffs, and their impact on renewable energy project documents.
• Advise clients on power purchase agreements and site control documents for distributed energy projects.
• Collaborate with cross-office teams and various practice groups to deliver high-quality legal services.
• Develop client-ready documents independently and work on complex transactions with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in energy transactions, project development, or a related legal field.
• Proven experience advising clients on project development and international trade issues related to renewable energy.
• Strong knowledge of legal aspects of power purchase agreements and site control documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited university.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Washington State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Intellectual curiosity and a deep understanding of clients' business needs.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service and team success.

Job Location:

• Seattle, WA.

Benefits:

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Firm-contributed health savings account (HSA).
• Paid family and medical leave, with a sabbatical program for eligible attorneys.
• Generous firm contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion activities, with additional hours allocated for pro bono work.
• Access to firm-wide committees supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Areas of specialization are transactional and litigation law. Law offices are based in seven states across the U.S. The law practice was founded in 1907. Practice areas are extensive. A sizable team of talented attorneys are on staff. The firm and attorneys have received accolades from numerous industry publications and groups over the years. Diversity in the work force is endorsed at the law practice.