Associate Attorney needed for New York City office

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm in New York City is seeking a highly qualified Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of corporate experience in renewable energy development, project finance, and mergers and acquisitions transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in representing developers, lenders, sponsors, and tax equity investors.

Duties:

• Represent clients in renewable energy development, project finance, and mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Review, draft, and negotiate project contracts, including O&M agreements, EPC contracts, management agreements, offtake contracts, purchase and sale agreements, and tax equity financing agreements.
• Provide legal counsel and support for general corporate matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support ongoing cases and transactions.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure legal compliance and effective deal execution.
• Attend client meetings, negotiations, and other legal proceedings as required.
• Stay updated on relevant legal developments, industry trends, and regulatory changes.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 3-6 years of corporate legal experience, focusing on renewable energy development, project finance, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Proven experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating various project contracts and agreements.
• Strong understanding of general corporate law and related regulations.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Corporate law expertise.
• Contract review and negotiation.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Benefits:

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation time.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

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