Energy & Projects Associate Attorney (Hybrid)

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; Palo Alto (CA); Presencial; USD 190.000 - 390.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is seeking mid-level associates to join its Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice group in Palo Alto. You will work at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, drafting bespoke energy contracts and navigating regulatory frameworks.

The role offers exposure to power transactions, market design, FERC proceedings, and energy policy, with a path to develop expertise across major energy sectors in a leading international firm.

Formación

• 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 accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of the office.

Responsabilidades

• Negotiate sophisticated power purchase agreements and energy service agreements for developers, utilities and corporate buyers.
• Advise on electric market design within RTOs/ISOs, including PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT and CAISO.
• Represent clients before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with market-based regulatory programs.
• Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable integration, and carbon-free procurement strategies.

Conocimientos

Energy law

Regulatory & transactional

Contract drafting

Educación

JD from accredited law school

Descripción del empleo

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is seeking mid-level associates to join its Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice group in Palo Alto. You will work at the intersection of digital infrastructure and energy transition, drafting bespoke energy contracts and navigating regulatory frameworks.

The role offers exposure to power transactions, market design, FERC proceedings, and energy policy, with a path to develop expertise across major energy sectors in a leading international firm.