Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Associate Attorney

Position: Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Associate Attorney

Location: Chicago, Illinois (HYBRID)

Experience Level: 3–5 Years of Experience

Annual Compensation: $190,000 – $280,000

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Associate Attorney to join its growing Chicago office.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to build a sophisticated energy regulatory and renewable energy practice while working alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling state regulatory proceedings and a strong interest in the evolving energy sector.

About the Practice

The Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Practice Group advises clients on complex regulatory, compliance, and transactional matters across the energy industry. The team works with utilities, energy suppliers, renewable energy developers, and other industry stakeholders on high-impact matters shaping the future of energy.

This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking to develop their skills in:

Energy regulatory proceedings

Renewable energy development and compliance

Utility rate cases and regulatory investigations

Rulemaking and administrative proceedings

Energy contracts and commercial transactions

Strategic client counseling and industry-focused legal solutions

Key Responsibilities

Represent clients in state regulatory proceedings and administrative matters

Assist with traditional and non-traditional rate cases, investigations, and rulemakings

Advise clients on retail energy approvals and regulatory compliance matters

Conduct legal research and analysis on complex energy and environmental issues

Draft legal memoranda, regulatory filings, briefs, and related documents

Collaborate closely with attorneys across the practice group

Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance to clients

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in energy regulatory, utility, environmental, or related practice areas

• Experience with state regulatory proceedings, rate cases, investigations, rulemakings, and/or retail energy matters

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong academic credentials

• Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and client service

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with solar incentive programs

Experience with power purchase agreements (PPAs)

Community solar contracting experience

Retail energy supply contracts and related regulatory matters

Work Environment

Collaborative and collegial team culture

Growing and dynamic practice group

Direct client interaction and responsibility

Exposure to sophisticated energy and regulatory matters

Strong platform for professional growth and development

Hybrid and onsite work opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation ranging from $190,000 – $280,000 annually

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and more

Why This Opportunity? xrczosw

Join a nationally respected law firm with a growing energy practice

Work on cutting-edge renewable energy and regulatory matters

Gain hands-on experience with sophisticated client engagements

Collaborate with highly regarded attorneys in the field

Build deep industry knowledge in a rapidly evolving sector

Strong commitment to professional development and career growth

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume through LinkedIn or send a direct message to for additional information.