Energy Projects Transactions Associate Attorney

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 190,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Family-care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie in Portland, Oregon, seeks highly motivated mid-level associates for their Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Practice Group. This role involves negotiating complex agreements, advising on market design issues, and representing clients in regulatory proceedings.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of relevant experience and a JD from an accredited law school. The position offers significant benefits including an annual bonus and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in energy law.
• Ability to draft bespoke energy contracts.
• Must be admitted to practice in the jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate power purchase agreements and custom energy service agreements.
• Advise on complex electric market design issues.
• Represent clients before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
• Counsel on emerging energy policy and renewable energy integration.

Skills

Experience in energy law

Regulatory and transactional experience

Drafting energy contracts

Familiarity with the Federal Power Act

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie in Portland, Oregon, seeks highly motivated mid-level associates for their Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources Practice Group. This role involves negotiating complex agreements, advising on market design issues, and representing clients in regulatory proceedings.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of relevant experience and a JD from an accredited law school. The position offers significant benefits including an annual bonus and comprehensive insurance.