Environment Energy amp Resources - Senior Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated senior associate attorney to join its Environment, Energy & Resources practice group in Bellevue, WA. The successful candidate will lead significant matters at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, working with nationally recognized partners.

Duties

• Lead data center power transactions, drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements and energy service agreements.
• Provide strategic advice on electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs, focusing on PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, and CAISO.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with market-based rate programs.
• Counsel clients on emerging energy policy and renewable energy integration strategies.
• Participate in client relationship management and contribute to thought leadership in energy infrastructure.
• Mentor associates within the practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in energy law.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings independently.
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act and wholesale power markets.
• Collaborative self-starter.
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Excellent strategic advisory capabilities.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior attorneys.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

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