Utilities Lawyer

Overview

A leading legal services provider is seeking a Utilities Lawyer to support clients primarily in the energy sector across the United States. This role involves providing expert legal advice on regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation related to utilities and energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and filings before state and federal agencies, including Public Utility Commissions (PUC) and Public Service Commissions (PSC).
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of utility-related agreements such as:
  • Retail Electricity Supply Agreements and 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 rate case filings, tariff implementation, and utility procurement compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel on infrastructure, construction, and maintenance contracts related to utility assets.
• Support IT and digital transformation initiatives, including smart grid and metering technologies.
• Advise on legal matters involving 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 utilities, energy regulation, or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal utility regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with utility-related contracts and regulatory filings.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in-house at an electric utility, power distribution company, or energy service company (ESCO).
• Background in infrastructure, construction, or IT contracting within the utilities sector.
• Excellent 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.
• Salary 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 position supports clients across the United States. Specific work location and remote work options may vary based on client needs and candidate location.