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

About the role

MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Known worldwide for delivering innovative yet practical client service and serving as an incubator for top‑notch talent, MoFo consistently receives top‑tier rankings for its legal capabilities, inclusive workplace, and community commitment. The firm empowers lawyers to own their careers through transparent frameworks such as MyMoFo, mentoring and sponsorship via MoFo Navigate, and career‑advancement resources at MoFo NEXT, which together provide clear expectations, professional growth support, and services like career visioning, communication materials, executive presence coaching, interview techniques, and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising data center developers, hyperscalers, or large energy users.
• Working on digital infrastructure, co‑located generation, or large‑scale energy procurement.
• Handling regulatory proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), state public utility commissions, and appellate courts (preferred but not required).

Requirements

• 3‑6+ years of significant law firm experience in energy regulatory law, power markets, infrastructure transactions, or related energy matters.
• Experience advising data center developers, hyperscalers, or large energy users.
• Experience with digital infrastructure, co‑located generation, or large‑scale energy procurement.

Qualifications

• Experience with regulatory proceedings before FERC, state public utility commissions, and appellate courts (preferred but not required).

Skills

• Proactive with a strong business sense and ability to manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.
• Ability to concisely and effectively communicate complex matters in oral and written form.
• Commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and forward‑thinking mindset.
• Excellent business and legal problem‑solving skills and judgment.
• Strong work ethic, team player attitude, and action‑oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for transactions.

Benefits

• Variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Industry‑leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options