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Associate Attorney needed for Des Moines office

Type Full-Time

Location Iowa - Des Moines

Job ID GMLL333831

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 4 - Max. 6 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas TransportationConstruction/Developer - Agreements & TransactionsEnergy - Renewables - TransactionalConstruction - General

2024-05-20 04:32:32

A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join their team in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of transactional experience in energy, renewable, transportation, and social infrastructure projects. This role requires excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials.

 

Duties:

  • Draft and negotiate EPC contracts, P3 agreements, CMAR agreements, subcontractor and supply agreements, and various other commercial contracting and project finance documents.
  • Provide legal advice and support on transactional matters related to energy, renewable, transportation, and social infrastructure projects.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their legal needs and objectives.
  • Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support transactional work and client advisories.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in all transactional activities.
  • Participate in client meetings, negotiations, and other relevant engagements.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives for clients.
  • Review and interpret complex legal documents and contracts to ensure accuracy and completeness.

 

Requirements:

  • 4-6 years of transactional experience in relevant sectors (energy, renewable, transportation, and social infrastructure).
  • Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents and contracts.
  • Excellent writing skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Strong academic credentials.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

 

Education and Certifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in the Iowa State Bar or eligibility for admission by reciprocity.

 

Skills:

  • Legal drafting and negotiation.
  • Contract law and project finance.
  • Legal research and analytical skills.
  • Client communication and relationship management.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ethical and professional conduct in legal practice.

 

Benefits Offered:

  • Productivity and discretionary bonuses.
  • Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.

This firm has built a reputation as having the pre-eminent lawyers in the Midwest and the nation. They handle complex transactional and litigation matters, and represent the Whos Who of Corporate America. It is a full service firm, with half of its lawyers concentrating in litigation and trial matters. It has several offices in the Midwest, as well as in a number of European countries. This firm handles matters for established companies in issues related to mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, private placements and complex and high-exposure litigation cases. Its lawyers come from top regional and national law schools, and possess exceptional academic credentials. The environment at the firm is collegial and you feel you are part of something exclusive when you walk through its halls.

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