Senior Utilities Regulatory Counsel

NiSource Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Inc. provides legal advice to NiSource Utility Company clients located in Ohio and Kentucky, addressing regulatory issues with a focus on business goals and practical outcomes.

The attorney will resolve issues, manage complex regulatory matters, supervise outside counsel, and drafts and negotiates on regulatory filings while maintaining effective communication with senior management.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one US state; bar in Ohio and/or Kentucky preferred or willing to become barred.
• Significant utility-industry experience with minimum 5 years.
• Experience with independent case responsibility and project management.
• Balance legal issues with business goals through pragmatic business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute and manage regulatory matters before state commissions.
• Retain and supervise outside counsel on select matters.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents; negotiate with outside parties on regulatory matters.
• Advise management on problem solving and status updates.

Skills

Juris Doctor Degree

Bar admission

Regulatory experience

Legal project management

Drafting & negotiation

Communication

Advocacy

Team leadership

Judgment & business acumen

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Job description

NiSource Inc. provides legal advice to NiSource Utility Company clients located in Ohio and Kentucky, addressing regulatory issues with a focus on business goals and practical outcomes.

The attorney will resolve issues, manage complex regulatory matters, supervise outside counsel, and drafts and negotiates on regulatory filings while maintaining effective communication with senior management.