Mid to Senior-level Energy Project Development Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A leading U.S.-based law firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level associate attorney to join its nationally recognized Energy, Infrastructure, and Project Finance practice. This role provides the opportunity to represent major industry players in the renewable energy sector, including utilities, independent power producers, financial institutions, and developers. The position offers significant client interaction, responsibility, and the chance to contribute to complex transactions across the lifecycle of energy projects, including development, acquisition, and financing.

Location

• Menlo PArk, CA

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on renewable energy project development, acquisitions, and financing

• Draft and negotiate project-related and operational agreements, including:

  • EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) Contracts

  • Supply Agreements

  • Offtake Agreements

  • Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Agreements

• Draft and negotiate ancillary financing documents related to:

  • Tax equity investments

  • Debt financing transactions

  • Mergers & acquisitions

• Collaborate closely with clients, legal teams, and third-party advisors

• Assume ownership of transactions and contribute to strategic decision-making

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the energy sector

• Background with a nationally recognized law firm or equivalent in-house counsel position

• Proven experience with renewable energy project development, M&A, or finance transactions

• Strong command of relevant contract and financing structures

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top-tier, accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to and good standing with the bar in the state of residence

Skills

• Advanced legal drafting and negotiation capabilities

• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills

• Ability to manage complex transactions with minimal oversight

• Detail-oriented with sound judgment under tight deadlines

• Effective team collaboration and client-facing professionalism

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a growing practice area

• Client exposure to major energy industry participants

• Supportive and professionally enriching work environment

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.