Energy Associate Attorney

A law firm in Lexington is seeking an Energy Associate Attorney with 0-5 years of experience for its energy mineral title and division order practice. The ideal candidate will have experience commensurate with time in practice, preferably with general property and/or mineral title experience in the energy sector. Strong interpersonal skills, excellent academic credentials, and the ability to work independently with clients and colleagues are essential.

Duties:

• Provide legal support and advice to clients in the energy sector, particularly in mineral title and division order matters.
• Conduct title examinations and review title opinions.
• Draft and review various legal documents, including leases, contracts, and agreements.
• Assist in negotiating and drafting mineral leases, surface use agreements, and other related documents.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams.
• Research and analyze legal issues related to energy law and mineral rights.
• Represent clients in hearings, negotiations, and other legal proceedings as needed.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 0-5 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on energy, mineral title, or related areas.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clients and colleagues.
• Experience with general property and/or mineral title in the energy sector preferred.
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Communication (written and oral).
• Negotiation.
• Client interaction.
• Title examination.
• Energy sector knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills.

This energy law firm has over a century of experience handling their clients' legal needs. Their areas of practice include education, EPLI, estate planning, energy, employment litigation, construction, business litigation, privacy, toxic torts, taxation, workplace safety, health care, and more. Their offices are located in Ohio, West Virginia, Illinois, Colorado, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania.