Energy Associate Attorney

1-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Martinsburg is seeking an Energy Associate Attorney with 0-5 years of experience for its energy mineral title and division order practice. The ideal candidate should have experience commensurate with time in practice and possess strong interpersonal skills to interact with clients and legal teams.

Duties:

• Handle legal matters related to energy mineral title and division order practice.
• Conduct title examination and analysis.
• Draft and review legal documents such as leases, contracts, and agreements.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients in the energy sector.
• Collaborate with legal teams and clients to develop case strategies.
• Attend meetings, hearings, and negotiations as required.
• Research legal issues and prepare memoranda and opinions.

Requirements:

• 0-5 years of legal experience in energy mineral title and division order practice.
• General property and/or mineral title experience in the energy sector preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective client and team interaction.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent academic record with a focus on energy law or related fields.
• Exceptional writing and oral communication skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Focus on energy law or related fields preferred.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Title examination and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Client counseling.
• Case strategy development.
• Negotiation.
• Written and oral communication.
• Interpersonal skills.

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