Energy Transition Transactional Associate Attorney

A law firm in Detroit, MI, is seeking a skilled Energy Transition Transactional Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in broad transactional work, particularly in emerging energy sectors such as hydrogen, carbon capture, renewable fuels, lithium extraction, and traditional renewable energy projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent and advise clients on complex transactional and project development matters related to energy transition projects.
• Handle mergers and acquisitions, land purchase agreements, and offtake agreements (e.g., power purchase agreements).
• Negotiate and draft project documents including EPC contracts, equipment supply agreements, and O&M agreements.
• Assist in drafting and negotiating various agreements such as hydrogen purchase agreements, lithium extraction leases, joint venture agreements, and LLC agreements.
• Provide legal counsel on pore space leases and partnership agreements.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Bar of the jurisdiction(s) where licensed.
• 3-6 years of experience in transactional work, ideally with exposure to energy transition projects and traditional upstream or midstream oil and gas projects.
• Strong drafting skills and experience in project management.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and environmental considerations in energy projects is advantageous.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective client interaction and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Education and Certifications:

JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement plan, Disability and Life insurance, Adoption Assistance, and Backup Care for Dependents.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.