Data Centers + Digital Infrastructure (Energy) Associate Attorney

This is an in-office role with a client in the legal services industry, a destination AmLaw 100 law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. The firm is known worldwide for innovative yet practical client service, serves as an incubator for top-notch talent, and consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications. It empowers lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance.

Class years 2020 to 2023. In addition to Washington, DC, the client will consider candidates in New York City, Austin, Denver, and San Francisco.

Who You Are

3–6+ years of significant law firm experience in energy regulatory law, power markets, infrastructure transactions, or related energy matters

Experience advising data center developers, hyperscalers, or large energy users

Experience in digital infrastructure, co-located generation, or large-scale energy procurement

Experience with regulatory proceedings before FERC, state public utility commissions, and appellate courts preferred but not required

Proactive, with strong business sense and the ability to manage internal and external client and counsel relationships

Able to communicate complex matters concisely and effectively, orally and in writing, with a commitment to excellent client service

Entrepreneurial, innovative, and forward thinking, with excellent business and legal problem-solving skills and judgment

Strong work ethic, team player attitude, and interest in taking on increasing responsibility for transactions

Preferred law schools:
Harvard, Cornell, Georgetown, Yale, NYU, American University, UC Berkeley (Cal), George Washington University, UVA School of Law, Columbia, Boston College Law. Experience at a large national or AmLaw firm is preferred.

Associate Bonus Structure

Unlimited pro-bono and inclusion hours, plus up to 100 pre-approved hours for knowledge management and business development, count toward bonus eligibility.

Additional high-hour bonuses at 2,100, 2,300, and 2,500 hours, plus merit incentives for associates whose performance exceeds expectations.

In 2025, high-hours awards added 10–40% to the base bonus and merit incentives added 10% or 20%; the most senior associates were eligible for bonuses of up to $218,200, inclusive of special bonuses.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options

Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care

Tax-free health accounts (HSA and FSA)

401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans

Global wellness program, including health care advocates, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness apps

Flex time away and reduced schedule arrangements

Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations

Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel

Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations

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