Federal Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a qualified and experienced Federal Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney to join their team in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate should possess 2-4 years of relevant experience in electric regulation, with expertise in various areas such as cost-based and/or market-based rates, organized energy markets, and FPA Section 203 transactions. The candidate should demonstrate excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently within a group setting. DC Bar membership or the ability to waive into the DC Bar is required.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation on matters related to electric regulation, with a focus on cost-based and market-based rates, organized energy markets, and FPA Section 203 transactions.
• Handle transaction-related filings and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Engage in rate cases and other administrative litigation before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
• Demonstrate initiative and independent working skills within a collaborative team setting.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in electric regulation, preferably in cost-based and/or market-based rates, organized energy markets, and FPA Section 203 transactions.
• Excellent academic credentials and demonstrated writing skills.
• Proven track record of initiative and independent working skills within a group setting.
• DC Bar membership, or the ability to waive into the DC Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• DC Bar membership or ability to waive into the DC Bar.

Skills:

• Familiarity with FERC's filing and eTariff systems and/or MBR database.
• Experience practicing before FERC.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Location:

• Washington, DC

Although it is a full-service firm, this organization seems to excel when it comes to the more specialized practice areas, such as environmental, regulatory and energy practices. The representation of Mid-Atlantic technology clients is rewarding for the firm as well. In keeping with this theme, the firm utilizes state of the art communications equipment and computers in order to streamline work efforts and reduce costs for the firm and its clients. Associates will appreciate the fact that the firm is filled with a fairly diverse crowd and that salaries are merit-based, rather than lockstep.