Energy Regulatory Attorney

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm, is seeking an attorney with significant experience in energy regulatory matters to join our practice in Kentucky. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated regulatory matters for utility and energy clients alongside attorneys who are leaders in the field, with a clear path for professional growth. The successful candidate will represent clients in proceedings before the Kentucky Public Service Commission and other state and federal regulatory agencies and will advise clients on the full range of energy and utility regulatory issues, including rate cases, certificates of public convenience and necessity, compliance matters, and related litigation and transactional support. This position is based in our Lexington, Kentucky office. Candidates located in or willing to relocate to the Lexington area are preferred; exceptional candidates in other Kentucky markets may be considered. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in contested proceedings before the Kentucky Public Service Commission, including rate cases, enforcement matters, and certificate proceedings Prepare pleadings, testimony, discovery, briefs, and other filings in regulatory proceedings Counsel electric, gas, water, telecommunications, and renewable energy clients on regulatory compliance and strategy Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments affecting the energy and utility sectors Work collaboratively with attorneys across the firm's offices and practice groups Develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to the growth of the practice Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials Licensed to practice in Kentucky Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy regulatory matters, preferably including practice before the Kentucky Public Service Commission or comparable state utility commissions Experience at a public utility commission, state agency, utility company, or law firm regulatory practice is highly valued Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters independently Commitment to client service and professional excellence Stites & Harbison is proud to be recognized as one of the Top 10 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” for 2026 in the medium company category. The firm has made the list 20 times, with 12 appearances in the Top 10. We offer a competitive starting salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include an allowance for moving costs, and participation in both 401(k) and HR-10 retirement plans. We also offer flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses, a variety of medical and dental insurance plans, group life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Additional benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), domestic partner benefits, bar association membership, and various continuing legal education (CLE) programs. Stites & Harbison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or regional origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr