Washington, DC | Hybrid

Power & Renewables Transactional Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Power & Renewables Transactional Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, utilities, independent power producers, private equity sponsors, infrastructure funds, lenders, and strategic investors in sophisticated renewable energy and power transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of renewable energy, project finance, infrastructure, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing renewable energy developers, utilities, independent power producers, infrastructure investors, lenders, tax equity investors, and private equity sponsors

• Experience handling the development, acquisition, disposition, financing, and operation of renewable energy and power projects

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and other project documents

• Experience supporting project finance, tax equity financings, construction financings, and other energy-related financing transactions

• Experience with solar, wind, battery energy storage, transmission, clean hydrogen, or other energy transition projects is preferred

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions 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

✅ Nationally recognized Power & Renewables practice

✅ Sophisticated renewable energy and infrastructure transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects driving the energy transition

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

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