Renewable Energy Associate Attorney

McClure Harrison, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded boutique law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a junior to mid-level associate for its renewable energy practice. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects and collaborate with experienced attorneys. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a strong understanding of energy regulations.

Benefits

top of market compensation

hybrid schedule

collegial environment

hands-on training

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of relevant experience in energy law.
• Experience with power purchase agreements and EPC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Work on renewable energy projects with industry-leading attorneys.
• Draft and negotiate project development and financing documents.

Skills

drafting

negotiating

renewable energy

regulatory understanding

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

We are working closely with a well-regarded boutique law firm that is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its nationally ranked renewable energy practice based in Washington, DC. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside industry-leading attorneys on cutting-edge renewable energy projects across the country.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2+ years of relevant experience, including drafting and negotiating project development and financing documents. This includes power purchase agreements (PPAs), engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, and other key commercial arrangements such as supply and interconnection agreements. Experience with a variety of renewable and clean energy technologies—such as solar, wind, battery storage, and hydrogen—is preferred. Candidates should also have a strong understanding of the broader regulatory and commercial landscape impacting energy transactions.

The firm offers a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, along with the chance to take on substantive responsibility early in your career. Candidates with a background at a major law firm or specialized energy practice group are encouraged to apply.

The firm offers top of market compensation, a hybrid schedule, a collegial environment, and hands-on training. The BigLaw candidates we have placed at this firm are thrilled to have made the move.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please submit your resume in confidence and one of our dedicated associate recruiters will be in contact if you meet our qualifications. We will not disclose your identity or share your resume with our client until we have your express permission to do so.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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