Associate Attorney - Energy (Hiring Immediately)

Location Albany, NY; New York, NY; or New Haven, CT (Hybrid)

Experience Level 3+ years of general regulatory, administrative law, and/or litigation experience; energy experience preferred but not required

About the Role Harris Beach Murtha’s Energy Industry Team is seeking an associate to support a broad range of regulatory and litigation matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with team members and clients on issues related to project development and siting, regulatory compliance, enforcement proceedings, and dispute resolution. Our clients span the energy sector and include electric generation and battery storage facility owners, transmission companies, utilities (electric, gas, and water), energy service companies, submetering providers, and large commercial energy users.

Key Responsibilities

Represent clients with regulatory matters before state and federal administrative agencies

Support project development by planning pre-application strategy, preparing and filing applications, and securing permits

Conduct legal research on federal and state statutes, regulations, and agency orders, and draft memoranda

Draft a variety of legal documents, including administrative petitions, agency comments, complaints and answers, memoranda of law, and discovery materials

Work Environment and Expectations

A hybrid work opportunity in Harris Beach Murtha’s Albany, NY or New Haven, CT office

Minimum annual billable requirement of 1800 hours

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to New York State Bar (or ability to waive in)

Strong legal research and writing skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to quickly absorb and analyze new information

High attention to detail and commitment to quality work

Professional, collaborative, and adaptable approach

Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Military experience welcome

Salary Albany, NY: $130,000 – 175,000

New York, NY: $148,000 – 185,000

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including those with military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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