Our client is seeking a midlevel associate with 3–6 years of energy law experience to join its Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice in Chicago. This opportunity spans sophisticated power transactions, electric market design, federal regulation, and the energy needs of digital infrastructure and the energy transition.
The Work
- Negotiate power purchase agreements and customized energy service agreements for developers, utilities, and corporate buyers, including technology companies and data center developers.
- Advise clients on power strategies and procurement structures for large energy needs, including carbon-free energy procurement and renewable energy integration.
- Counsel clients on electric market design and participation in RTOs and ISOs, including capacity market mechanisms and large-load and generator interconnection policies.
- Work on market issues across PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO, applying market knowledge to clients’ project and commercial objectives.
- Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on federal energy regulatory requirements.
- Advise on market-based rate programs, qualifying facilities, exempt wholesale generators, interlocks, and related compliance matters.
- Contribute to advice on emerging federal energy policy and regulatory frameworks affecting energy infrastructure and power markets.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of experience practicing energy law; a combination of regulatory and transactional experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with the Federal Power Act, electric power market mechanics, and power transaction structures.
- Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate bespoke energy contracts, including power purchase agreements or energy service agreements.
- Experience advising on electric market design, RTO/ISO matters, FERC regulation, or related energy transactions.
- Strong legal analysis and communication skills, with the ability to provide practical advice to clients on complex regulatory and commercial issues.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice in Illinois or eligible to waive into the jurisdiction.
Why Consider It
The practice offers a substantive combination of power transactions, electric market design, FERC work, and federal energy policy, with exposure to the evolving energy needs of digital infrastructure and the energy transition.
Associates can work with developers, utilities, and corporate buyers on sophisticated matters across major organized power markets.
Compensation & Benefits
The position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and includes a 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.