Utilities Lawyer (Remote - California Experience)

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for a Utilities Lawyer with expertise in California utilities law. The role involves supporting clients, primarily leading energy service companies across the U.S., with a focus on regulatory and transactional matters related to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory compliance and filings before the CPUC and other state and federal regulatory bodies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of California-specific utility agreements, including:
  • Retail Electricity Supply Agreements
  • Load Serving Entity (LSE) Contracts
  • Power Distribution and Transmission Agreements
  • Interconnection and Grid Access Agreements
  • Wheeling Agreements
  • Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Contracts
  • Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
  • Smart Grid and Metering Contracts
• Provide legal support for CPUC rate case filings, tariff implementation, and procurement compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel on infrastructure, construction, and maintenance contracts related to California utility assets.
• Support IT and digital transformation initiatives, including smart grid and metering technologies.
• Advise on legal matters involving California-based investor-owned utilities (IOUs), public power entities, transmission operators, load aggregators, and large commercial/industrial utility customers.

Requirements

• 5 to 15 years of legal experience focused on California utilities, energy regulation, or infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience with CPUC proceedings and filings.
• Strong understanding of California-specific regulatory frameworks and utility contracting.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in-house at a California electric utility, power distribution company, or energy service company (ESCO).
• Familiarity with California energy procurement, rate cases, and compliance obligations.
• Background in infrastructure, construction, or IT contracting within the California utilities sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to advise cross-functional teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation for non-attorney roles ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

• This is a remote position based in California.