Description

Position

Washington Energy Law LLP seeks a full-time associate attorney to work in our Washington, D.C. office. A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience is strongly preferred, and strong research, writing, and interpersonal skills are required. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the Federal Power Act and the electric energy sector, specifically in areas related to federal regulations and policy, electric utility ratemaking, wholesale energy markets, transmission development and cost allocation, and regional transmission organizations.

Washington Energy Law LLP

Washington Energy Law LLP is a boutique law firm focused on the representation of a variety of electric-industry stakeholders, including municipal power agencies, municipal electric systems, cooperatively owned electric systems, state utility commissions, and other industry participants. Our lawyers have decades of experience practicing before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and other federal and state agencies, and in related matters in state and federal courts. The firm is ranked as among the Best Law Firms® regionally and nationally, and our lawyers are consistently selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers®. The firm offers the opportunity to assume substantive responsibilities immediately, a congenial environment, and flexible in-office arrangements. For more information about the firm, please visit www.washingtonenergylaw.com.

How to Apply

This position is for direct applications only. Recruiting agencies or other third-parties need not inquire.

Qualified applicants may direct inquiries to the following: 

Email: contact@washingtonenergylaw.com 

Subject Line: Associate Attorney Position 

Requirements

• A J.D. degree from an accredited law school and an active membership in good standing in any state bar
• A minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in energy regulatory law is strongly preferred
• An understanding of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, electric industry participants, federal electric regulatory rules, policies, and market structures, and administrative law
• Strong analytical and advocacy skills, attention to detail, and the ability to comprehend complicated technical data
• Excellent organization, time-management, communication, and writing skills
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and effectively manage multiple tasks and projects