Projects, Energy, Environment & Resources - Associate Attorney - Senior

Ashurst Perkins Coie

Portland, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$245,000–$420,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Attorney, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Electrical Design, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Plan, Insurance, International Law, Legal, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Network Operations Center, People Management, Procurement Strategy, Realtime Operating System, Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Regulations, Regulatory Submissions, Thought Leadership, Transaction Processing/Management, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
2 days ago

Job Description Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune's Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.Responsibilities Lead Data Center Power Transactions: Take the first chair in drafting and negotiating bespoke power purchase agreements, energy service agreements, and complex interconnection arrangements on behalf of developers, utilities and corporate buyers (including some of the world's largest technology companies and data center developers).Market Design & RTO/ISOs: Provide strategic advice on complex electric market design issues within RTOs/ISOs (with a particular emphasis on PJM, MISO, SPP, ERCOT and CAISO), including capacity market mechanisms, large load and generator interconnection policies, and market participation.FERC regulatory: Represent clients in high‑stakes proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and advise on compliance with respect to market‑based rate programs, qualifying facilities and exempt wholesale generators, interlocks, etc.Federal energy policy: Counsel clients on emerging energy policy, renewable energy integration, and carbon‑free energy procurement strategies.Practice development: With partners in EER, actively participate in client relationship management and contribute to the firm's thought leadership in the areas of digital infrastructure, energy infrastructure and energy transition.Mentorship: Provide guidance and oversight to associates within the PEER practice group, ensuring excellence in work product and professional development.Ideal Candidate 6+ years of experience in energy lawProven ability to manage complex transactions and regulatory filings from inception to completion with minimal partner supervisionDeep knowledge of the Federal Power Act, wholesale power markets, and power transaction structuresCollaborative self‑starterJD from an accredited law schoolMust be admitted to practice (or eligible to waive in) to the jurisdiction of office locationBenefits This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.Compensation range: $245,000 to $420,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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