Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Houston, TX, is seeking a skilled Project Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of substantial transactional experience in debt project finance and/or tax equity. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in negotiating, preparing, reviewing, and finalizing a range of credit agreements and tax equity transaction documents. The role involves significant due diligence and expertise in key project agreements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Negotiate, prepare, and review credit agreements, inter-creditor arrangements, collateral documents, and ancillary credit documents.
• Handle tax equity transaction documents including equity capital contribution agreements, membership interest purchase agreements, LLC agreements, leases, and related documents.
• Conduct due diligence and review key project agreements such as joint venture agreements, feedstock agreements, offtake agreements, EPC/EPCM contracts, O&M services agreements, transportation agreements, and commodity purchase and sale agreements.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and other legal professionals to ensure comprehensive and compliant documentation.
• Provide legal counsel on complex financial structures and project finance issues.
• Assist in managing transactions from inception through to closing, ensuring all legal aspects are addressed.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in debt project finance and/or tax equity, with a strong emphasis on transactional work.
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating and drafting credit agreements and tax equity transaction documents.
• Proven track record in conducting due diligence on a variety of project agreements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Texas State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting abilities.
• Proficiency in project finance structures and documentation.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

This is one of the largest law firms in Texas. It has offices around the world and a full-service practice that includes the highest levels of litigation, corporate, energy, intellectual property and other types of law. Attorneys are able to improve their skills by participating in the firm's substantial formal training programs. The atmosphere is informal and friendly, so associates are able to interact with partners and receive mentoring from them.