K&L Gates

Energy Associate

K&L Gates • $100K — $150K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 2nd to 4th year associate level experience in energy law
  • Outstanding academic credentials
  • Demonstrated experience in complex energy transactions
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions in the energy sector
  • Knowledge of project development, finance, and related contracts
  • Familiarity with upstream and midstream energy projects is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support the Energy Industry group with legal advice
  • Assist in structuring and negotiating energy transactions
  • Draft and review contracts related to energy projects
  • Conduct due diligence for mergers and acquisitions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex projects
  • Advise clients on regulatory considerations in energy

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Access to professional development resources
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
Full Job Description
Office Dallas
Practice Area Project Development & Real Estate
Date Posted Jul 24, 2026
Application Deadline Jul 24, 2027

O'Melveny is seeking an Energy Associate for our Dallas office.

O'Melveny & Myers LLP is looking for outstanding associates (2nd - 4th year) to support our Energy Industry group. Ideal candidates should have excellent academic credentials and demonstrated experience on a variety of complex domestic and/or international energy transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, project development, real estate, project finance, project contracts, and related transactional matters across energy sectors. Experience with both upstream and midstream M&A, data center and power project contracts, and tax equity finance transactions are a plus.

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About K&L Gates

K&L Gates is a global law firm with offices located in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, and the United States. The firm was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. K&L Gates provides legal services to clients in a wide range of industries, including energy, financial services, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, and transportation. The firm's legal services include corporate and transactional law, litigation and dispute resolution, intellectual property, and regulatory and policy advice. K&L Gates has over 2,000 lawyers and other professionals working in offices around the world.
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Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
Founded
1886
* Ladders Estimates

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