Energy - Project Finance Attorney

Job Title: Energy - Project Finance Attorney

Job Overview:

A leading law firm based in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a seasoned attorney to join its collaborative and full-service legal team. This role focuses on providing exceptional legal counsel in the energy sector, particularly in renewable energy transactions, while also offering a platform for the growth and management of a personal client portfolio.

Duties:

• Represent financial institutions, developers, sponsors, and institutional investors in renewable energy transactions.
• Provide strategic legal counsel for structuring, negotiating, and closing energy project finance deals.
• Maintain and grow a portable book of business within the renewable energy sector.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve client goals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in energy project finance or related legal practice areas.
• Established a portable book of business within the renewable energy industry.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters and client relationships.
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with a willingness to become admitted in Iowa promptly.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with a State Bar in the U.S.
• Eligibility for or current admission to practice law in Iowa.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic approach to legal challenges.

Job Location:

• Des Moines, IA

With offices in the US, Mexico and China, this business law firm was established in the late 1940s. The firm has over 300 employees working with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Some of the awards and rankings achieved by the firm are Leading Firm by Chambers USA 2013, Top Listed in Best Lawyers, Go-To Top 500 firms, Best Law Firms 2014 by US News, WILEF Certified 2013, Best Places to Work by Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal and certified by World Trademark Review. The firm not only serves as legal counselors but as strategic partners and business advisors working on the concept of ?law meets business?. They specialize in family law, immigration, environmental law, intellectual property, litigation, bankruptcy, employment & labor, real estate, mergers & acquisitions, securities, property tax appeals and government relations.