Energy Law Associate: Power Transactions & FERC Regulatory

Ashurst Perkins Coie; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP seeks an energy attorney with 3–6 years of experience in regulatory and transactional energy law. The role involves negotiating complex power agreements, advising on RTO/ISO market design, and representing clients before FERC on matters including policy impact and compliance.

Must hold a JD and be admitted to the relevant jurisdiction. Compensation ranges from $190,000 to $390,000 annually, with eligible discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits described in the

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in energy law, with regulatory and transactional exposure.
• Familiarity with the Federal Power Act and power market mechanics.
• Demonstrated ability to draft bespoke energy contracts.
• JD from an accredited law school; bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate sophisticated power purchase agreements and energy service agreements for developers, utilities, and buyers.
• Advise on energy market design issues within RTOs/ISOs (PJMs, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, CAISO).
• Represent clients before FERC and advise on compliance with market-based rate programs.
• Counsel on regulatory and policy developments in energy procurement and renewable integration.

Skills

Energy law experience

Regulatory & transactional

Contract drafting

Legal writing & research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP seeks an energy attorney with 3–6 years of experience in regulatory and transactional energy law. The role involves negotiating complex power agreements, advising on RTO/ISO market design, and representing clients before FERC on matters including policy impact and compliance.

Must hold a JD and be admitted to the relevant jurisdiction. Compensation ranges from $190,000 to $390,000 annually, with eligible discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits described in the