Our client, a prestigious Amlaw 50 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their high-performing Energy and Infrastructure Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Practice in Houston, Austin, San Francisco, New York, or Washington, DC. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge global transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships in the energy and infrastructure space.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

• 3–6 years of substantive experience in M&A and joint ventures within the energy and/or infrastructure sectors.

• Experience representing clients in transactions across sectors such as renewables, conventional power, oil & gas, infrastructure, energy transition, and/or energy tech.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• A proactive, collaborative, and client-oriented mindset.

• Ability to independently manage complex transactions from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise energy and infrastructure clients on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

• Serve as a key member of deal teams representing a wide range of market participants, including developers, sponsors, utilities, private equity firms, and investors.

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of transaction documents and coordinate across internal practice groups (including tax, regulatory, and project finance) to support client needs.

• Help drive business development efforts by building strong relationships with clients and understanding their long-term business goals.

• Mentor junior associates and contribute to a collegial, high-performance team environment.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job—this is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most dynamic and respected Energy & Infrastructure practices in the country at a firm consistently recognized as a Top 10 Most Innovative Law Firm in North America and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. The team is part of a globally-integrated group of over 150 attorneys working at the forefront of energy and infrastructure innovation. Whether advising on cutting-edge energy transition deals or landmark infrastructure projects, you will be surrounded by colleagues who are collaborative, entrepreneurial, and passionate about the future of energy. The firm provides robust training and mentorship, a strong culture of inclusion, and significant client-facing opportunities early in your career. You'll be empowered to grow your practice with the support of a firm that truly invests in its people.

The firm offers highly-competitive compensation, with an expected annual salary of $260,000-$390,000, discretionary performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package featuring health insurance, retirement plans, generous parental leave, wellness programs, paid time off, and additional perks.

Application Requirements:

Ready to make an impact? Submit your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript today!

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice[1]; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.