Job Description:
Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed
on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a
dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our
clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture
in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full
potential.
Ashurst Perkins Coie is seeking a highly motivated counsel-level attorney to
join our Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources practice group. Working
closely with our nationally and globally recognized partners, you will lead
high-stakes matters at the critical nexus of large-scale digital infrastructure
and the energy transition. We are looking for a seasoned practitioner who is
capable of managing complex transactions with minimal oversight and motivated to
grow a strong practice within a global law firm. Key responsibilities include:
Lead Data Center Power Transactions: Take the first chair in drafting and
negotiating bespoke power purchase agreements, energy service agreements, and
complex interconnection arrangements on behalf of developers, utilities and
corporate buyers (including some of the world’s largest technology companies and
data center developers).
Market Design & RTO/ISOs: provide strategic advice on complex electric market
design issues within RTOs/ISOs (with a particular emphasis on PJM, MISO, SPP,
ERCOT and CAISO), including capacity market mechanisms, large load and generator
interconnection policies, and market participation.
FERC regulatory: represent clients in high-stakes proceedings before the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with respect to
market-based rate programs, qualifying facilities and exempt wholesale
generators, interlocks, etc.
Federal energy policy: counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable
energy integration, and carbon-free energy procurement strategies.
Practice development: with partners in EER, actively participate in client
relationship management and contribute to the firm’s thought leadership in the
areas of digital infrastructure, energy infrastructure and energy transition.
Mentorship: provide guidance and oversight to associates within the PEER
practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional
development.
Ideal candidate:
* 6+ years of experience in energy law
* Proven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings from
inception to completion with minimal partner supervision
* Deep knowledge of the Federal Power Act, wholesale power markets, and power
transaction structures
* Collaborative self-starter
* JD from an accredited law school
* Must be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of
office location.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, law school
transcript and writing sample.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan,
medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up
to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding
benefits and programs may be found here
[https://www.ashurstperkinscoie.com/en/careers/applicant-resource-hub/].
Compensation range: $245,000 to $420,000 annually. Compensation depends on
qualifications and experience.
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