Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Renewable Energy Tax Associate Attorney to assist clients with tax matters related to renewable energy transactions. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of experience in a law firm setting, with expertise in tax credit transactions, tax equity financings, and tax opinion letters. An LL.M. in taxation is preferred, along with excellent academic credentials.

Duties:

• Advise clients on tax issues related to renewable energy transactions.
• Guide begin construction requirements, prevailing wage requirements, and apprenticeship requirements under code sections 45 and 48.
• Assist in M&A transactions, tax equity transactions, tax credit transfers, and other joint ventures related to renewable energy.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on tax laws and regulations affecting renewable energy projects.
• Draft legal documents, agreements, and tax opinions as necessary.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Requirements:

• 3-8 years of experience practicing law in a law firm environment.
• Proficiency in tax credit transactions, tax credit transfers, tax equity financings, and tax opinion letters.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, particularly concerning renewable energy.
• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the California Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation (preferred).

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal drafting and analysis.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and exceeding client expectations.

The Southern California law office was set-up seven years ago. There are forty-nine competent attorneys staffed at the law practice. Areas of concentration consist of real estate transactions, mergers-acquisitions, and corporate transactions of all types. A number of their practice disciplines are financial restructuring-insolvency, labor-employment law, environmental-land use, products liability litigation, and health care. Moreover, global transactions concentrate on China and Japan.