Energy and Infrastructure Career Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a highly skilled Energy and Infrastructure Career Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in a law firm’s energy and infrastructure practice or other relevant energy and infrastructure experience. The candidate must possess excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills, be highly motivated, and have superior academic credentials. Membership to the NY State or D.C. Bar or eligibility to waive in is required.

Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis on energy and infrastructure matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and regulatory filings.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on regulatory issues and compliance related to energy and infrastructure projects.
• Assist in the development, execution, and financing of energy projects, including project finance, development, and M&A transactions.
• Represent clients in interactions and negotiations with regulatory bodies, stakeholders, and other parties.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions to clients.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in energy and infrastructure law.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in a law firm’s energy and infrastructure practice or other relevant energy and infrastructure experience.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Strong drafting, review, and negotiation skills for complex legal documents.
• Superior academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of motivation and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Membership to the NY State or D.C. Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in New York State or Washington, DC, or eligibility to waive in.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of energy and infrastructure law.
• Proficiency in legal research, analysis, and drafting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and provide strategic advice.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial attitude with a strong drive for success.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Robust mental well-being benefits.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Health savings account (with applicable medical plan) and flexible spending accounts.
• Long-term care insurance.
• 401K program.

Substantial billable hours is the primary way to get the big bucks and partnership consideration at this large New York firm. With West Coast roots, but not attitude, these New York lawyers work hard. Competitive and fast-paced, this firm excels across practice areas, but is doing some particularly interesting VC work. Although a type A environment to be sure, the atmosphere is still friendly, albeit without a lot of casual partner/associate interaction. Partner/associate relationships are strong in professional terms, however, with excellent marks for training and a fairly regimented associate development program. Now competing to be one of New York's finest, this firm is increasingly selective in associate hiring.