Transaction Counsel, Real Estate

Pattern Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Pattern Energy Group seeks a senior real estate attorney to counsel deal teams on land and facility transactions across wind, solar, and storage projects.

You will draft and negotiate land control agreements, support project financing, and coordinate with landowners and partners while ensuring compliance with state real estate laws. A JD, bar licensure, and 5+ years of experience are required; AmLaw or established in-house experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Law degree and licensure in at least one state with at least 5 years of experience as a real estate attorney.
• Experience with project finance, project development and project management transactions preferred.
• AmLaw 200 or established in-house experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, drafts and negotiates real estate agreements for transmission, solar, BESS and wind facilities to protect land rights.
• Assists and coordinates with AGC, Real Estate to adhere to acceptable terms in agreements.
• Advises developers and coordinates with landowner's and investment partners' counsel to resolve real estate issues.
• Consults with local counsel on state real estate law issues to ensure compliance.
• Researches various states' real estate laws as needed on specific issues.
• Reviews land-related permits and negotiates terms with counterparties.

Skills

Real estate law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Project financing

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar licensure

Job description

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Responsibilities

Job Purpose

To provide legal advice to the Company and its deal teams in relation to the Company’s real estate and other transactions, including by preparing and negotiating land and facility control documents, analyzing legal issues for title and survey matters, preparing and negotiating curative documentation to resolve title insurance coverage matters, providing legal review and analysis on other transactions as needed. Working with developers and other Company counsel to resolve all types of real estate issues and obtaining required internal approvals for real estate transactions.

Key Accountabilities

• Reviews, drafts and negotiates real estate agreements for transmission, solar, BESS and wind facilities (including the Company's form agreements) to ensure the Company's land control and other property rights are protected and enforceable.
• Assists and coordinates with AGC, Real Estate, to adhere to the company's acceptable terms for real estate agreements.
• Advises developers and coordinates with landowner's and investment partners' counsel to resolve legal issues that arise for transmission, solar, BESS and wind projects.
• Consults with local counsel on state real estate law issues to ensure compliance of real estate agreement with state law.
• Researches various states' real estate laws as needed on specific issues.
• Reviews various land-related permits, advising development on terms, and negotiating with counterparties where appropriate

Qualifications

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

• Law degree and licensure in at least one state with at least 5 years of experience as a real estate attorney, including legal experience with project finance, project development and project management transactions. Prior AmLaw 200 law firm or established in-house legal department experience is preferred.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $200,000 to $240,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.