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June 1, 2026

Washington, D.C. Energy & Climate Solutions Associate

EnergyCompliance/RegulatoryFERC
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. Energy & Climate Solutions Associate

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & RosatiDistrict of Columbia

Practice area

Energy · Compliance/Regulatory · FERC

PQE

2-6 years

Location

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Wilson Sonsini seeks a 2nd-6th year Energy Regulatory Associate for its Washington, D.C. office, focusing on FERC and other energy regulatory matters.
  • You will advise independent power producers, large power consumers, demand response and grid-edge companies, and developers of energy transmission infrastructure.
  • Core responsibilities involve the Federal Power Act and PURPA, including RTO/ISO market design, Sections 203, 205, and 206 filings/complaints, market compliance and enforcement, and generation interconnection/transmission development.
  • Required skills include excellent writing, research, advocacy, and interpersonal abilities, particularly for crafting persuasive FERC pleadings.
  • Candidates must have superior academic credentials and prior energy regulatory experience from FERC or a law firm.
  • Familiarity with RTO/ISO stakeholder processes, ERCOT Nodal Protocols, and state-level regulation/advocacy is valued but not required.
  • The salary range is $235,000 – $390,000, depending on your associate year classification, with potential for discretionary merit bonuses.
  • Benefits include comprehensive healthcare for you and your family, monthly wellness reimbursements, and 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
  • Family support benefits cover paid parental leave, family-building assistance (e.g., IVF, adoption), back-up childcare, and parenting resources.
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and pretax commuter/parking benefits.
  • The firm covers all approved CLE expenses, bar review fees, and annual bar dues.

Last updated: June 4, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

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  • Darin Morgan
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    Darin Morgan

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    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Steve Boughton joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's District of Columbia office in the Energy group.

    Darin helped me secure the dream job with a team that meets all my needs. He has high emotional intelligence, keeping me on track without being pushy. Most importantly, Darin is invested in his clients for the longterm. Though we first spoke many months prior to the role I landed, Darin instantly alerted me to the unicorn role as soon as it came on the market. His timeliness meant that I had an offer before most recruiters had even flagged the position for me. I cannot recommend working with Darin enough.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Steve Boughton

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • District of Columbia

Trusted recruiters

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

  • Darin Morgan
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Darin Morgan

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Steve Boughton joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's District of Columbia office in the Energy group.

    Darin helped me secure the dream job with a team that meets all my needs. He has high emotional intelligence, keeping me on track without being pushy. Most importantly, Darin is invested in his clients for the longterm. Though we first spoke many months prior to the role I landed, Darin instantly alerted me to the unicorn role as soon as it came on the market. His timeliness meant that I had an offer before most recruiters had even flagged the position for me. I cannot recommend working with Darin enough.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Steve Boughton

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • District of Columbia