Our client is seeking a midlevel associate with 3–6 years of energy-law experience to join its Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice in San Francisco. The role brings together energy transactions, electric-market issues, and federal regulatory work at the intersection 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 large technology companies and data center developers.
- Advise clients on electric-market design and participation in RTOs and ISOs, including capacity-market mechanisms and evolving market rules.
- Address large-load and generator interconnection policies in markets including PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO.
- Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and provide counsel on related federal energy regulation.
- Advise on compliance matters involving market-based rate programs, qualifying facilities, exempt wholesale generators, and interlocks.
- Counsel clients on emerging federal energy policy, renewable-energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.
What You Bring
- 3–6 years of experience practicing energy law; a mix 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 bespoke energy contracts, including power purchase or energy service agreements.
- Experience or demonstrated capability advising on energy regulatory matters and engaging with federal proceedings.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice in California, or eligibility to waive into the jurisdiction.
Why Consider It
This opportunity combines sophisticated power transactions with electric-market design, FERC proceedings, and emerging energy-policy issues.
Associates can work across matters shaping energy strategies for developers, utilities, corporate buyers, and data center interests.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annual compensation range is $190,000–$390,000, depending on qualifications and experience, and the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Benefits include 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.