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May 5, 2026

Data Centers + Digital Infrastructure Associate Attorney – Energy & Regulatory (Mid- to Senior-Level)

EnergyCompliance/RegulatoryFERCInfrastructure
Morrison & Foerster LLP

Morrison & Foerster LLP

District of Columbia, Seattle, Boston, New York City, Austin, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego

Data Centers + Digital Infrastructure Associate Attorney – Energy & Regulatory (Mid- to Senior-Level)

Morrison & Foerster LLP
Morrison & Foerster LLPDistrict of Columbia, Seattle, Boston, New York City, Austin, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego

Practice area

Energy · Compliance/Regulatory · FERC · Infrastructure

PQE

3-6 years

Locations

District of Columbia, District of Columbia | Seattle, Washington | Boston, Massachusetts | New York City, New York | Austin, Texas | Denver, Colorado | Los Angeles, California | San Francisco, California | Silicon Valley, California | San Diego, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Seeking an attorney with 3-6+ years of significant law firm experience.
  • Focus areas include energy regulatory law, power markets, and infrastructure transactions.
  • Advise data center developers, hyperscalers, or large energy users on digital infrastructure, co-located generation, or large-scale energy procurement.
  • Experience with regulatory proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), state public utility commissions, and appellate courts is preferred.
  • Requires strong client relationship management, business acumen, excellent written and oral communication, and robust legal problem-solving skills.
  • The firm offers clear expectations for advancement, mentoring, sponsorship programs, and professional development resources.
  • The annual salary range for this position is $260,000 - $390,000, with potential for a discretionary bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) plans (traditional and Roth), HSA/FSA options, and a wellness program.
  • Additional benefits include generous parental leave (adoption and fertility coverage, backup child and elder care), flexible time off, and reduced schedule arrangements.
  • Further support includes paid bar registration and professional association fees, pro bono resources, and matching gift programs.
  • This role is available in Austin, Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington D.C.
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Last updated: May 6, 2026

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  • Kate Reder Sheikh
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    Kate Reder Sheikh

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    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kate (Catherine) Sum joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's San Francisco office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate is incredible at what she does. She is passionate about her job and her clients and works tirelessly to make sure her clients succeed. I was so touched at how much she really wanted to make sure that I ended up at a firm that matched my personality and goals. I couldn't have asked for someone more knowledgeable or kind as Kate to help me with my move.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Kate (Catherine) Sum

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • San Francisco
  • Dale Durham
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    Dale Durham

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Dale Durham?

    Joseph Gillman joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's Los Angeles office in the Real Estate group.

    Dale is an excellent recruiter, and he was a fantastic resource in my transition to big law. Dale helped me update my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate an offer. His knowledge of the legal market and hiring process proved invaluable. I highly recommend him.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Joseph Gillman

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kate (Catherine) Sum joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's San Francisco office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate is incredible at what she does. She is passionate about her job and her clients and works tirelessly to make sure her clients succeed. I was so touched at how much she really wanted to make sure that I ended up at a firm that matched my personality and goals. I couldn't have asked for someone more knowledgeable or kind as Kate to help me with my move.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Kate (Catherine) Sum

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • San Francisco
  • Dale Durham
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Dale Durham

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Dale Durham?

    Joseph Gillman joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's Los Angeles office in the Real Estate group.

    Dale is an excellent recruiter, and he was a fantastic resource in my transition to big law. Dale helped me update my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate an offer. His knowledge of the legal market and hiring process proved invaluable. I highly recommend him.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Joseph Gillman

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • Los Angeles