Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Houston, TX, seeks an Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience. The role involves counseling and administrative litigation covering market-based rates, market design, generation interconnection, transmission issues, compliance, and enforcement matters before FERC, the CFTC, and various exchanges. Transactional support for energy M&A and financing transactions is also part of the practice. Experience with these matters is a plus.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation on energy regulatory matters, including market-based rates, market design, generation interconnection, and transmission issues.
• Handle administrative litigation before regulatory bodies such as FERC, the CFTC, and various exchanges.
• Assist with compliance and enforcement matters, including investigations, audits, and regulatory compliance work.
• Provide transactional support for energy-related mergers and acquisitions and financing transactions.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting of legal documents related to energy regulatory issues.
• Collaborate with clients, partners, and other stakeholders to develop strategies and solutions to complex regulatory challenges.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in energy regulatory law.
• Knowledge of energy industry regulations, including FERC and CFTC regulations.
• Experience with administrative litigation and regulatory compliance matters.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in Texas or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• None specified.

Skills:

• Excellent understanding of energy regulatory principles and practices.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Experience in transactional support for energy-related M&A and financing transactions is desirable.

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