Washington, DC | Hybrid

Energy Transactions, Regulatory & Data Centers Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000

A premier global law firm is seeking an Energy Transactions, Regulatory & Data Centers Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing data center developers, utilities, independent power producers, infrastructure investors, private equity sponsors, and energy companies in sophisticated energy regulatory and transactional matters.

Ideal Background

• 4–6 years of energy regulatory, energy transactions, project development, or infrastructure experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing data center developers, regulated utilities, independent power producers, transmission companies, infrastructure funds, private equity sponsors, tax equity investors, and energy companies

• Experience advising clients on energy regulatory matters before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and state public utility commissions

• Experience negotiating power supply agreements, infrastructure agreements, interconnection agreements, and other energy-related commercial transactions

• Experience supporting energy project development, including renewable energy, thermal generation, nuclear generation, electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, and LNG infrastructure projects

• Experience providing regulatory support for mergers & acquisitions, project finance, private equity, and commercial real estate transactions

• Experience drafting regulatory filings, pleadings, briefs, comments, testimony, settlement agreements, and appellate briefs

• Experience working with regional transmission organizations (RTOs) and advising clients on energy market rules is preferred

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Chambers-ranked Energy Regulatory practice

✅ Cutting-edge work at the intersection of data centers, energy infrastructure, and power markets

✅ Sophisticated regulatory, transactional, and project development matters

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent industry-leading developers, utilities, investors, and infrastructure companies

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174