Energy Associate Attorney

Akerman LLP; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP is looking for an Energy Associate in West Palm Beach, Florida, with 1 to 4 years of experience in large law firm transactions, particularly in energy development or project finance. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree and demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills. This role requires knowledge of energy-related development agreements and tax equity financing. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years of relevant experience, excellent academic credentials, and a willingness to work from various office locations.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years in a large law firm transactional environment.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in energy development or project finance.
• Experience drafting energy-related development agreements.

Skills

Energy project finance experience

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Akerman LLP is seeking an Energy Associate with 1 to 4 years of relevant large law firm transactional experience to work within the firm’s Corporate Practice Group. Ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years of energy development and/or energy project finance experience. Prior experience drafting energy-related development agreements and/or with tax equity financing structures is desirable. Candidates must demonstrate excellent academic credentials, as well as strong writing, analytical, and communication skills. Qualified candidates can be resident in any of our Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Florida, Houston, New York, or Washington D.C. offices. Must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and be a member of the District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Texas bars (depending on office location).