Venture Junior Associate

Min 7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP’s growing Regulatory team is looking to add a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel to its Energy practice. The desired candidate will have 7+ years’ experience in the energy industry. The attorney can be located in our Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha or Manitowoc office.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:

Regulatory experience in energy (electricity, utilities, and renewables).
Experience working with clients in the energy industry supporting regulatory, legislative, litigation, and transactional matters;
Regulation of utilities at both at both the state and federal levels;
Experience representing energy companies and large industrial users in negotiations and power purchase agreements with utilities

Qualification and Experience Knowledge Base & Education: J.D. from an ABA accredited law school Excellent academic credentials Experienced in litigation, regulatory, and legislative matters for the energy and/or extractive industries Adaptability: Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team Collaboration: Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion Problem Solving Skills: Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor Professionalism Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment Other Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

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