Energy & Environmental Associate Attorney

3-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Energy & Environmental Associate Attorney - Law Firm Seeking Experienced Attorney

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC is currently seeking an experienced energy & environmental attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join our growing environmental & energy law practice. This full-service law firm, with over 300 attorneys and offices located across New York State, as well as in Boston, Kansas City, FL and NJ, is dedicated to providing top-notch legal services to our clients. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong academic record and a minimum of 3-6 years of experience in all areas of energy and environmental law at a law firm.

Locations:

- Albany, NY
- Buffalo, NY
- Syracuse, NY
- Hybrid Work Arrangement Possible

Skills & Educational Requirements:

- Licensed to practice in New York.
- . degree from accredited law school.
- Minimum 3-6 years of experience in all areas of energy and environmental law at a law firm.
- Experience handling matters related to federal and State regulations, SEQRA, permitting, environmental remediation and enforcement.
- Experience counseling clients in energy matters, particularly regarding siting before the New York State Public Service Commission (., Article VII) and the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (., 94-C), is preferred.
- Experience with renewable energy projects, including negotiation of power purchase agreements and credit agreements, is desirable.
- Land use and zoning experience is a plus.
- Strong research, written and verbal communication skills.
- Team-oriented and highly motivated.

Responsibilities:

- Review and comment upon client submissions to regulatory agencies, including compliance reports, permit and/or certificate applications, and enforcement documents.
- Perform due diligence and negotiate environmental provisions in business and real property transactional (purchase/sale) agreements.
- Negotiate energy agreements, including renewable leases and energy purchase/sale agreements.
- Participate in New York State Public Service Commission proceedings under Article VII and/or Office of Renewable Energy Siting proceedings under 94-C.
- Interact with clients to provide guidance and strategic considerations regarding environmental and energy matters.

Join Our Growing Environmental & Energy Practice

At Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, we are dedicated to providing top-notch legal services to our clients in the areas of environmental and energy law. Our team-oriented and highly motivated associates have the opportunity to work on a variety of complex and challenging matters, providing them with valuable experience and growth opportunities.

Why Choose Us?

- Full-service law firm with over 300 attorneys and 16 offices across New York State, as well as in Boston, Kansas City, FL and NJ.
- Highly experienced and knowledgeable team of attorneys in the environmental & energy practice.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.

Join Our Team Today

If you are a licensed attorney in New York with a minimum of 3-6 years of experience in energy and environmental law at a law firm, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be a part of our growing environmental & energy practice and take your career to the next level.

Salary Information

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Experience Information

- Minimum 3-6 years of experience in all areas of energy and environmental law at a law firm.
- Experience handling matters related to federal and State regulations, SEQRA, permitting, environmental remediation and enforcement.
- Experience counseling clients in energy matters, particularly regarding siting before the New York State Public Service Commission (., Article VII) and the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (., 94-C), is preferred.
- Experience with renewable energy projects, including negotiation of power purchase agreements and credit agreements, is desirable.
- Land use and zoning experience is a plus.

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Federal and State Regulations, SEQRA, Permitting, Environmental Remediation, Enforcement, Counseling Clients, Negotiation, Land Use, Zoning, Renewable Energy Projects, Power Purchase Agreements, Credit Agreements

J.D. degree from accredited law school

Interested candidates can apply through the company's website or by submitting their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience Licensed to practice in New York, J.D. degree from accredited law school

Legal