Regulatory amp Environmental Litigation Associate

Profile

A law firm seeks a motivated Associate with two to five years of experience in regulatory litigation and electric utility matters to join its Austin, TX office on a hybrid schedule. In this role, filled through our recruiting services, you’ll work alongside seasoned attorneys on contested cases and rulemakings before public utility commissions, while also supporting transactional projects within the energy and environmental space.

Duties

• Manage contested proceedings and rulemaking dockets before state utility regulators, including the Texas Public Utility Commission

• Draft legal filings such as petitions, responses, motions, and briefs in administrative litigation

• Analyze regulatory orders, tariffs, and policy proposals to guide case strategy and client counseling

• Collaborate with senior counsel to develop compliance plans and negotiate utility-related contracts or agreements

• Conduct factual and legal research on environmental statutes, utility regulations, and administrative procedures

• Participate in stakeholder meetings, public hearings, and settlement discussions with opposing parties and agency staff

• Support transactional matters by drafting environmental due diligence reports, regulatory risk assessments, and permit applications

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., technical consultants, policy advisors) to synthesize complex regulatory data for clients

Requirements

• Two to five years of hands-on experience in regulatory litigation or electric utility law at a law firm or in-house legal department

• Demonstrated ability to handle contested cases and rulemaking proceedings before state or federal utility commissions

• Strong academic credentials, with evidence of proficiency in energy or environmental courses preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to craft persuasive legal arguments and deliver presentations

• Ability to work independently on assigned matters and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Passion for navigating the intersection of energy regulation, environmental policy, and administrative law

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

• A record of academic achievement (e.g., law review, moot court, related externships) is highly desirable

Certifications

• Active membership in the Texas State Bar (required)

• Admission to practice before state utility commissions or familiarity with administrative procedures (preferred)

Skills

• Advanced legal research and analytical abilities to interpret regulatory frameworks and environmental statutes

• Proficient drafting skills for preparing regulatory filings, administrative briefs, and transactional documents

• Strategic thinking to anticipate regulatory changes and propose pragmatic solutions for clients

• Strong interpersonal aptitude, capable of liaising with agency staff, expert witnesses, and interdisciplinary professionals

• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple dockets and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306