Washington, DC | Hybrid

Federal Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $425,000

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Associate or Counsel to join its Federal Energy Regulatory (Electric) practice in Washington, DC.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing utilities, independent power producers, transmission developers, energy traders, large-load customers, and infrastructure investors on sophisticated FERC regulatory, compliance, litigation, and transactional matters.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of energy regulatory experience gained at a sophisticated law firm, FERC, or another government agency

• Experience representing investor-owned utilities, independent power producers, transmission developers, energy traders, large-load customers, infrastructure investors, or renewable energy companies

• Experience practicing before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

• Experience advising clients regarding regulatory compliance, rate proceedings, tariff matters, transmission issues, market rules, and FERC filings

• Experience handling administrative litigation, contested proceedings, enforcement matters, and regulatory investigations before FERC

• Experience supporting the development, financing, acquisition, and disposition of energy and utility assets, including renewable energy, transmission, and data center projects

• Experience providing regulatory support for project finance, mergers & acquisitions, and other strategic transactions involving energy infrastructure

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

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated regulatory 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 Band 1 Federal Energy Regulatory practice

✅ Sophisticated FERC regulatory, litigation, and transactional work

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise leading utilities, energy developers, infrastructure investors, and data center clients

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Competitive compensation up to $425,000

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