Tax Equity Associate Attorney

A law firm in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Tax Equity Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have specific experience in tax equity financings for renewable energy projects, tax credit transfer transactions, and the structuring of M&A deals. This role requires a highly motivated individual with a strong academic background, excellent legal research, and writing skills, and a commitment to the renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Equity Financing:
  • Advise clients on tax equity structures for renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and other alternative energy investments.
  • Structure and negotiate tax equity investments, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
  • Handle tax credit transfer transactions and advise clients on tax credit eligibility and structuring.
• M&A Transactions:
  • Structure and negotiate mergers and acquisitions related to renewable energy projects and other tax-sensitive investments.
  • Collaborate with the corporate and finance teams to integrate tax strategies into larger M&A transactions.
  • Provide counsel on tax implications of project acquisitions, financing, and sales.
• Client Advisory and Transactional Support:
  • Provide tax and legal advisory services to corporate clients, financial institutions, and renewable energy developers.
  • Draft and review legal documentation related to tax equity transactions, partnership agreements, and investment contracts.
  • Assist clients in identifying and mitigating tax-related risks in complex transactions.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Stay updated on tax regulations and policies affecting renewable energy incentives, including the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Production Tax Credit (PTC).
  • Advise clients on compliance with state and federal tax laws applicable to renewable energy projects.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • Must have 3+ years of experience in structuring and negotiating M&A transactions.
  • Prior experience in tax equity financings for renewable energy projects is required.
  • Experience with tax credit transfer transactions is preferred.
• Education:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Exceptional academic credentials, particularly in tax law or a related field.
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Must be admitted to practice law in California or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Research and Writing:
  • Strong legal research skills, particularly in tax law and energy-related regulations.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical writing skills.
• Communication:
  • Ability to communicate complex tax and legal issues to clients clearly and effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for client interactions and team collaboration.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Familiarity with renewable energy tax incentives and regulations, including federal and state tax credit programs.
  • Ability to apply complex tax principles to real-world transactions.
• Analytical Thinking:
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess tax risks and develop strategies to minimize potential liabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with project finance, tax-exempt bonds, or other renewable energy financing mechanisms.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing renewable energy projects.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.