Senior Energy & Utilities Partner — Hybrid/Remote

Downey Brand LLP; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Downey Brand, one of California’s leading law firms in water, environmental, energy, and natural resources law, is seeking a high-caliber partner or of counsel to join our energy and public utility group within the Natural Resources Department. This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys to grow their practices and work on cutting‑edge legal issues in both the public and private sectors.

The role emphasizes a portable book of business, entrepreneurial drive, and active client‑facing

Qualifications

• Track record of success in energy and utilities law.
• Distinguished academic record; exceptional research and writing skills.
• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Experience before the California Public Utilities Commission is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage client relationships.
• Represent clients in energy and utilities regulatory proceedings.
• Negotiate energy-related contracts and advise on projects.
• Identify regulatory developments affecting clients.

Skills

Client-facing

Entrepreneurial

Self-starter

Research & Writing

Regulatory proceedings experience

Job description

Downey Brand, one of California’s leading law firms in water, environmental, energy, and natural resources law, is seeking a high-caliber partner or of counsel to join our energy and public utility group within the Natural Resources Department. This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys to grow their practices and work on cutting‑edge legal issues in both the public and private sectors.

The role emphasizes a portable book of business, entrepreneurial drive, and active client‑facing