Energy & Infrastructure - M&A Associate Attorney
Salary:$260,000 - $390,000 per year
Location:Austin, TX
Posted:November 17 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance:Not Available
Energy & Infrastructure - M&A Associate Attorney
Locations: Houston, TX | Austin, TX | San Francisco, CA | New York, NY | Washington, D.C.
Our client, a prestigiousAmlaw 50firm, is seeking a talentedAssociate Attorneyto join their high-performingEnergy and InfrastructureMergers and Acquisitions (M&A) PracticeinHouston,Austin,San Francisco,New York, orWashington, DC. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge global transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships in the energy and infrastructure space.
Candidate Profile:
- JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith a
- strong academic record .
- Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
- 3–6 yearsof substantiveM&Aand
- joint ventures within the
- energy and/or infrastructure sectors .
Experience representing clients in transactions across sectors such as
renewables,- conventional power ,
- oil & gas ,
- infrastructure ,
- energy transition , and/or
- energy tech .
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
A proactive, collaborative, and client-oriented mindset.
Ability to independently manage complex transactions from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise energy and infrastructure clients on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Serve as a key member of deal teams representing a wide range of market participants, including developers, sponsors, utilities, private equity firms, and investors.
Draft and negotiate a broad range of transaction documents and coordinate across internal practice groups (including tax, regulatory, and project finance) to support client needs.
Help drive business development efforts by building strong relationships with clients and understanding their long-term business goals.
Mentor junior associates and contribute to a collegial, high-performance team environment.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—this is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most dynamic and respected Energy & Infrastructure practices in the country at a firm consistently recognized as aTop 10 Most Innovative Law Firm in North Americaand one of Fortune’s100 Best Companies to Work For. The team is part of aglobally-integrated groupof over 150 attorneys working at theforefront of energy and infrastructure innovation. Whether advising on cutting-edge energy transition deals or landmark infrastructure projects, you will be surrounded by colleagues who are collaborative, entrepreneurial, and passionate about the future of energy. The firm provides robusttrainingandmentorship, a strongculture of inclusion, andsignificant client-facing opportunitiesearly in your career. You'll be empowered togrow your practicewith the support of a firm that trulyinvests in its people.
The firm offershighly-competitive compensation, with an expected annual salary of$260,000-$390,000, discretionary performance-basedbonuses, and acomprehensive benefits packagefeaturing health insurance, retirement plans, generous parental leave, wellness programs, paid time off, and additional perks.
Application Requirements:
Ready to make an impact? Submit yourresume,cover letter, andlaw school transcripttoday!
Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice[1]; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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Success as an M&A Attorney near Liberty Hill, TX typically requires active bar admission in Texas and a JD from a top law school. Specialized experience handling complex energy and infrastructure deals enhances your candidacy, especially with 3–6 years in mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
Liberty Hill’s proximity to Austin and Houston, hubs for energy and infrastructure, boosts opportunities for M&A attorneys focusing on renewables and conventional power. The region's growing energy transition initiatives increase demand for legal expertise in cross-border transactions and strategic partnerships.
An M&A Attorney at Affinity Search advises clients in energy and infrastructure on complex transactions, negotiates contracts, and collaborates with tax and project finance teams. The role also involves mentoring junior lawyers and driving business development within a dynamic legal practice.
Growth for M&A Associate Attorneys in energy law often includes progressing from deal execution to leading high-profile transactions, becoming a partner, or specializing in niche areas like energy tech or infrastructure finance. Building client relationships and expertise in strategic partnerships accelerates advancement.
Affinity Search’s M&A Associate Attorney position offers exposure to cutting-edge energy and infrastructure deals within a top-10 innovative law firm. The firm’s commitment to inclusion, mentorship, and early client interaction uniquely supports career development in a collaborative environment.
Affinity Search offers a salary range of $260,000 to $390,000 annually for M&A Associate Attorneys, placing it well above average for similar roles in Texas. This package, along with performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits, reflects the firm's investment in top-tier legal talent.
Austin’s expanding energy and tech industries have increased competition for associate attorney roles, especially in M&A specialties. Candidates with strong academic records, bar admission, and experience in energy-related transactions hold a distinct advantage in this vibrant legal market.
Many firms in the Liberty Hill and Austin area, including this role, do not offer relocation assistance, so candidates often need to manage their move independently. Familiarity with the Texas legal environment and existing local networks can be beneficial when considering such positions.
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