Mid-Senior Energy Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Energy Transactions Associate Attorney with 5-6 years of experience in Energy and Infrastructure transactions to join their New York City office. The role involves handling financing and private mergers and acquisitions transactions, with a focus on project and energy financing. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, extensive knowledge of tax equity or IRA credits, and be adept at managing complex deals.

Duties:

• Advise clients on energy and infrastructure transactions, including financing and M&A activities.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, agreements, and transaction documents.
• Conduct due diligence and review transaction-related documents.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and other legal professionals to ensure successful transaction outcomes.
• Provide legal opinions and strategic advice on complex energy projects.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations impacting energy and infrastructure sectors.

Requirements:

• 5-6 years of experience in Energy and Infrastructure transactions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with financing and/or private mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Preferred experience in project and energy financing or energy and infrastructure-related M&A transactions.
• Experience with tax equity and/or IRA credits is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York, District of Columbia Bar, or Texas Bar, active and in good standing.

Skills:

• Expertise in energy and infrastructure law.
• Proficient in negotiating and drafting legal documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Dependent care and health care flexible spending accounts.
• 401K Plan with Profit-Sharing.
• Paid time off and a robust Wellness Program.

A general practice firm that has specialist lawyers in many areas of law, this firm's attorneys have unrivaled experience in law and government as several of them have served in various capacities across multiple agencies and administrations. The firm vigorously advocates for clients' interests through the utilization of its unparalleled expertise in the areas of energy, transactional law, and patent & technology litigation, while protecting clients' data through its extensive use of privacy and cybersecurity measures. Home to over 500 lawyers, the firm places a high value on its human resources, and this is evident in the high career advancement levels achieved by its attorneys. The firm also promotes family values and social inclusivity among its staff.