K&L Gates

Energy Associate

K&L Gates$125K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2nd to 4th year associate with strong academic credentials
  • Experience in complex domestic and international energy transactions
  • Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions and project development
  • Familiarity with real estate and project finance
  • Skills in drafting project contracts and transactional matters
  • Experience in upstream and midstream M&A is a plus
  • Background in data center and power project contracts and tax equity finance is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Support the Energy Industry group in complex transactions
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on energy-specific issues
  • Draft and review contracts related to energy projects
  • Assist in mergers and acquisitions in the energy sector
  • Collaborate with senior attorneys on project development matters
  • Participate in client meetings and provide legal advice
  • Manage cases and client communications effectively

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance package
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Generous paid time off and vacation policy
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
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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