Associate Attorney needed for Chicago office

A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join their team in Chicago, IL. 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 Illinois 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.

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.