Direct Counsel · 2 months ago
Project and Energy Finance Attorney - New York
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$260K/yr - $440K/yr
3+ years expDirect Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking an Associate with significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance. This position supports a national, cross-platform energy practice and involves leading transactions, drafting legal documents, and managing due diligence.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support transactions involving energy project sponsors, investors, developers, suppliers, and lenders
Draft and negotiate primary and ancillary transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, investment and tax equity agreements, financing documents, and joint venture agreements
Manage complex due diligence, oversee transaction workflows, and guide junior associates and internal specialist teams
Handle client communications and deliver high-quality work product within a fast-paced, active practice
Work with offtake agreements, interconnection agreements, and other project-related contracts
Apply knowledge of energy regulation, real property issues, and project permitting
Admission to one or more state bars required
Qualification
Required
Significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance
Lead and support transactions involving energy project sponsors, investors, developers, suppliers, and lenders
Draft and negotiate primary and ancillary transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, investment and tax equity agreements, financing documents, and joint venture agreements
Manage complex due diligence, oversee transaction workflows, and guide junior associates and internal specialist teams
Handle client communications and deliver high-quality work product within a fast-paced, active practice
Work with offtake agreements, interconnection agreements, and other project-related contracts
Apply knowledge of energy regulation, real property issues, and project permitting
Admission to one or more state bars required
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package
Health
Dental
Vision
Disability insurance
FSAs
401(k)
PTO
Employee assistance programs
Company
Direct Counsel
Direct Counsel is a recruiting agency that offers staffing services for the law, engineering, and accounting sectors.
2-10 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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