Role: Senior Environment & Energy Associate, based in Washington, D.C.
Experience: Requires 6-9 years of post-qualification experience.
Practice Focus: Advising clients primarily on electric power regulatory matters.
Required Skills: Expertise in legal drafting, legal research, and administrative litigation before FERC.
Candidate Profile: Expected to be a self-starter, capable of working independently and as part of a team, taking ownership of matters, and engaging directly with clients.
Essential Qualifications: Strong legal writing skills, excellent communication, and solid academic credentials.
Compensation: Base salary range is $350,000 - $415,000 annually, with final compensation varying based on experience, expertise, and market factors.
Professional Growth: Active mentoring is provided, with opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid and remote work opportunities are available.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), student loan support, 12 paid holidays, and flexible paid time off (typically 3-4 weeks). Parental leave offers 24 weeks, with 12 weeks paid, plus additional support.

Washington Senior Environment and Energy Associate

6+ PQE · May 1, 2026 (3 months ago)

K&L Gates

6+ PQE · May 1, 2026 (3 months ago)

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Energy · Compliance/Regulatory · FERC · Litigation · Utilities

Location

District of Columbia

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Overview

Role: Senior Environment & Energy Associate, based in Washington, D.C.
Experience: Requires 6-9 years of post-qualification experience.
Practice Focus: Advising clients primarily on electric power regulatory matters.
Required Skills: Expertise in legal drafting, legal research, and administrative litigation before FERC.
Candidate Profile: Expected to be a self-starter, capable of working independently and as part of a team, taking ownership of matters, and engaging directly with clients.
Essential Qualifications: Strong legal writing skills, excellent communication, and solid academic credentials.
Compensation: Base salary range is $350,000 - $415,000 annually, with final compensation varying based on experience, expertise, and market factors.
Professional Growth: Active mentoring is provided, with opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid and remote work opportunities are available.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), student loan support, 12 paid holidays, and flexible paid time off (typically 3-4 weeks). Parental leave offers 24 weeks, with 12 weeks paid, plus additional support.

Last updated: July 30, 2026