Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources - Associate Attorney – Senior

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 245,000 - 420,000; 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 LLP is a leading international law firm seeking a senior energy-lawyer with 6+ years of experience to lead power transactions for developers, utilities, and corporate buyers including data center developers.

The role spans FERC proceedings, market design within PJM/MISO/SPP/ERCOT/CAISO, and energy policy counsel, with opportunities to contribute to PEER group thought leadership and mentor junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in energy law.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings from inception to completion with minimal partner supervision.
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act, wholesale power markets, and power transaction structures.
• Collaborative self-starter.
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Center Power Transactions: draft and negotiate bespoke power purchase agreements, energy service agreements, and interconnection arrangements.
• Market Design & RTO/ISOs: advise on complex electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs (PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT, CAISO).
• FERC regulatory: represent clients in proceedings before the FERC and advise on compliance for various programs.
• Federal energy policy: counsel on energy policy, renewable integration, and carbon-free procurement strategies.
• Practice development & mentorship: contribute to thought leadership and mentor associates in the PEER group.

Skills

Energy law

Transaction management

Regulatory filings

Client relationship management

Policy understanding

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Description

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Center Power Transactions: Take the first chair in drafting and negotiating bespoke power purchase agreements, energy service agreements, and complex interconnection arrangements on behalf of developers, utilities and corporate buyers (including some of the world’s largest technology companies and data center developers).
• Market Design & RTO/ISOs: Provide strategic advice on complex electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs (with a particular emphasis on PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT and CAISO), including capacity market mechanisms, large load and generator interconnection policies, and market participation.
• FERC regulatory: Represent clients in high‑stakes proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with respect to market‑based rate programs, qualifying facilities and exempt wholesale generators, interlocks, etc.
• Federal energy policy: Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon‑free energy procurement strategies.
• Practice development: With partners in EER, actively participate in client relationship management and contribute to the firm’s thought leadership in the areas of digital infrastructure, energy infrastructure and energy transition.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and oversight to associates within the PEER practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.

Ideal Candidate

• 6+ years of experience in energy law
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings from inception to completion with minimal partner supervision
• Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act, wholesale power markets, and power transaction structures
• Collaborative self‑starter
• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office location

Benefits

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Compensation range: $245,000 to $420,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.