Mid-Level Renewable Energy Transactions Associate Attorney - Irvine, CA

Energy, Environmental, Mining and Transportation Division AssociateStinson LLP is seeking an Associate with 5 – 7 years of experience to join our Energy, Environmental, Mining and Transportation Division in our Irvine office. The Associate will primarily work with attorneys in the Renewable Energy group.The position offers the ability to join a well-established, growing and highly sophisticated national practice with attorneys who represent clients involved in or with the energy industry. The position will include wide-ranging renewable energy work, from project development, commercial, financing and transactional practice areas.Qualified candidates will possess 5 – 7 years of experience in renewable or conventional energy transactions, or comparable transactional experience in mergers and acquisitions, financing, real estate, and/or project development. Candidates with a background in negotiating, drafting, and closing complex commercial agreements are strongly encouraged to apply.

Familiarity with tax credit matters, including investment tax credits (ITCs) or production tax credits (PTCs), is a plus, though not required.Qualified applicants will possess excellent academic credentials and have strong writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills and be licensed to practice in or eligible for admission without examination in California.At Stinson LLP, we are committed to the success of our attorneys. We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including:Medical, dental, and vision health plansMedical savings accountsFirm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness ProgramEmployer-paid life insurance and AD&DShort- and long-term disability benefitsGenerous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and attorney leave for various reasons, including birth or adoption of a child and personal and/or family health; generous paid military leavePaid bar dues, approved bar association memberships and CLE expensesExcellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, back-up child and elder care, and employee discount programOur attorney compensation structure has two components: (1) a base salary and (2) a discretionary merit bonus based on performance. The salary range for this role is $245,000 – $275,000. The salary range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

The range is provided as an initial approximation at the time of posting and may vary based on the individual's unique qualifications and experience.Please apply online. When applying, please provide a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample. For questions, contact Please submit your application by no later than 45 days following the posted date. Applications received after this date may not be considered.Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.

We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply to be considered for open positions. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment.