Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Associate Attorney (Senior)- New York

Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Associate Attorney- Mid to Senior AssociateMultiple Locations | 6+ Years ExperienceDirect Counsel represents a leading national law firm seeking Senior-Level Associates to join its nationally recognized Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice.This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of energy, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies, advising clients on sophisticated power transactions and complex state and federal regulatory matters.The RoleNegotiate power purchase agreements and energy service agreements for developers, utilities, technology companies, and data center clients.Advise on electric market issues involving PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO.Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).Advise on market-based rates, qualifying facilities, exempt wholesale generators, and regulatory compliance.Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement.Senior-level attorneys will take on additional leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior attorneys, managing matters and teams, and contributing to client development and practice growth.Qualifications6+ years of energy law experience, with regulatory and transactional experience preferred.Familiarity with the Federal Power Act, power markets, and energy transactions.Experience drafting and negotiating energy-related contracts.Strong analytical, writing, negotiation, and client-service skills.Senior-level candidates should demonstrate leadership, mentoring, matter management, and business development capabilities.J.D. from an accredited law school.Admission to the applicable state bar or eligibility to waive in.Compensation & Benefits$245,000–$420,000 annual salary, depending on experience and qualifications.Annual discretionary bonus401(k)Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid holidaysMedical and parental leaveFamily care benefitsProfessional growth and leadership opportunitiesLocations: Washington, D.C. | Anchorage, AK | Bellevue, WA | Boise, ID | Chicago, IL | Madison, WI | New York, NY | Palo Alto, CA | Phoenix, AZ | Portland, OR | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA