Mid to Senior-level Energy Project Development Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a mid to senior-level associate to join its Energy, Infrastructure, and Project Finance team. This role offers an opportunity to represent clients in a growing industry and take on substantive responsibility with client contact, working on transactions related to the development, acquisition, and financing of renewable energy projects.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Represent sponsors and financing parties in energy project development, acquisitions, and financing transactions.

• Draft and negotiate project development and operation contracts, including EPC Contracts, Supply Agreements, Offtake Agreements, and O&M Agreements.

• Work on ancillary financing documents for debt work, tax equity transactions, or M&A transactions.

• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on energy industry-related matters.

• Communicate directly with clients and third-party advisors regularly.

• Manage projects independently while collaborating effectively with a legal team.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in the energy industry at a large law firm or comparable in-house counsel role.

• Strong familiarity with project development, M&A, or finance work in the energy sector.

• Proven ability to draft and negotiate key project and financing contracts.

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the state bar where the candidate resides.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong research and analytical abilities.

• Ability to take ownership of projects and work both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience handling complex energy transactions.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• Access to professional development and training programs.

This California-based AmLaw100 firm is appealing for its professional culture, but relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Famous for its corporate practice, the attorneys at this firm are proud of the work they perform and are always striving to do ?good work,? while still maintaining a healthy family- balance and interacting with their colleagues in firm-wide social events. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.