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Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Associate Attorney (Mid - Senior)- Portland

$190k - $420k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Associate Attorney- Mid to Senior Associate

Multiple Locations | 3+ Years Experience

Direct Counsel represents a leading national law firm seeking Mid-Level and 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 Role
  • Negotiate 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.
Qualifications
  • 3+ 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
  • $190,000–$420,000 annual salary , depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical and parental leave
  • Family care benefits
  • Professional growth and leadership opportunities

Locations: 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

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