Energy & Infrastructure Associate Power Purchase Agreements

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney to join its market-leading Energy & Infrastructure practice in Sacramento, CA. The ideal candidate will specialize in renewable energy projects and energy offtake agreements, including power purchase agreements (PPAs) and related contracts. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with innovative clients in the renewable energy sector.

Duties

• Advise clients on energy projects focused on renewable energy and energy storage.
• Draft and negotiate power purchase agreements (PPAs), including physical and virtual agreements, for both buyers and sellers.
• Develop and review corporate PPAs and energy storage offtake agreements.
• Provide counsel on agreements for carbon removal credits, nuclear energy offtakes, and renewable energy credits.
• Handle hedging agreements, resource adequacy sales agreements, ISDA agreements, and EEI agreements.
• Collaborate closely with clients to meet their strategic energy and infrastructure goals.
• Navigate and resolve complex legal and regulatory challenges in energy transactions.

Requirements

• Experience: 4–8+ years of legal experience in renewable energy projects, energy offtakes, and infrastructure agreements.
• Expertise: Demonstrated ability to handle complex contractual negotiations and transactions in the energy sector.
• Bar Membership: Admission to the state bar in CA or eligibility to become admitted.
• Attributes: Highly motivated, excellent communication skills, and a client-focused approach to legal practice.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing in the practicing state.

Skills

• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health support and family care programs (child, elder, and pet care).
• Disability benefits (short-term and long-term).
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plan with a 401(k) program.
• Generous leave policies, including parental leave and paid holidays.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program to promote work-life balance.

This preeminent California firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. The Sacto office has strong litigation, IP, government, securities, finance, and antitrust practices. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable hour levels above 1,950.