Litigation Associate Attorney

Energy Regulatory Litigation Associate | Austin | AmLaw 60 Firm

I'm working closely with an AmLaw 60 firm seeking an Energy Regulatory Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded Austin office.

OVERVIEW

• 1–5 years of litigation experience preferred (Classes of 2021–2025)
• Experience handling discovery, pleadings, motions, hearings, and legal research
• Exposure to technical experts and technical testimony strongly preferred
• Prior experience in the electric industry, utilities, or regulatory matters is a plus
• Knowledge of eminent domain law, electric utilities, the electric industry, the Public Utility Commission of Texas, FERC, or the Railroad Commission of Texas is highly valued
• Strong academic credentials, writing skills, and analytical abilities required

COMPENSATION

• Cravath Base
• Cravath EOY Bonuses
• Milbank Special Bonuses

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an opportunity to join one of the premier energy-focused litigation and regulatory practices in the country, representing clients at the intersection of litigation, infrastructure, and energy regulation.

Associates work on sophisticated disputes and regulatory matters involving electric utilities, transmission projects, generation assets, eminent domain proceedings, and agency proceedings before key Texas and federal regulators.

The practice offers substantial responsibility early in your career, including direct involvement in strategy development, witness preparation, hearings, motion practice, and interactions with industry experts and technical consultants.

Ideal candidates will have a genuine interest in the energy sector and a desire to build a long-term practice advising clients on some of the most significant regulatory and infrastructure issues facing Texas and the broader U.S. energy market.

If you'd like to learn more, feel free to message me directly or email me at [email protected].