Location
 MI
Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Lead Principal Attorney

Our client, a leading electric and gas utility located in central Michigan, is looking to fill the role of Lead Principal Attorney – Transactions & Employment Section. This is a highly visible, senior position within the legal department and the company as a whole.


Why work here?

  • Be a part of a company at the forefront of transition to clean energy
  • Join a team who is very active in renewable-focused transactions (asset purchases & sales, M&A, development & construction) as it transforms to clean energy leader
  • Work in a collaborative, collegial atmosphere with others on the transactions team
  • Hold a senior position in the legal department and in the company
  • Excellent compensation & benefits program

What you’ll do:

  • Lead large business transactions, including asset sales and purchases, purchases of renewable energy projects, and major construction contracts
  • Provide expert level support for routine procurement, consulting, software, IT, and other contracts
  • Serve as an expert leader and advisor, providing legal counsel on a broad range of significant corporate and business matters of the highest complexity
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts and other legal documents, ensuring that the organization’s interests are protected
  • Draft legal memoranda, opinions, and pleadings
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Provide guidance to lower-level Attorneys and Paralegals to assist them in accomplishing their work
  • Manage outside counsel and legal vendors


What you will need:

  • JD from and accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in Michigan or another acceptable jurisdiction
  • Minimum 10 years’ practice experience, utility with or energy business experience
  • Superior leadership and management skills

If you are interested in learning more, please schedule a time for a call using the link below.


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