Senior Counsel, Right of Way & Real Property

Energy Transfer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO

Abundant career opportunities

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a Sr Counsel for Right of Way in Houston to provide complex legal support across real property matters for pipelines and related facilities. You will handle transactions, easements, eminent domain considerations, and advise on governmental permits while collaborating with multiple departments.

The role requires a JD, 6+ years in relevant law areas, and preferred Texas licensure. You will coordinate with external counsel when needed in a fast‑paced Fortune 500

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• 6+ years in governmental/administrative or real estate law.
• In-house experience in mid‑stream real property rights preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel to Right of Way, Engineering, Operations, and Encroachment teams.
• Draft/negotiate pipeline easements and permits; handle condemnation matters.
• Manage depositions, hearings, trials, and outside counsel engagements.
• Respond to discovery and support litigation, claims, and property damage issues.

Skills

Legal drafting

Real estate law

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Texas licensure preferred

Job description

Energy Transfer is seeking a Sr Counsel for Right of Way in Houston to provide complex legal support across real property matters for pipelines and related facilities. You will handle transactions, easements, eminent domain considerations, and advise on governmental permits while collaborating with multiple departments.

The role requires a JD, 6+ years in relevant law areas, and preferred Texas licensure. You will coordinate with external counsel when needed in a fast‑paced Fortune 500