What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Counsel position at Piper Maddox?
Assistant General Counsel – Renewable Energy Projects
Join a fast-growing renewable energy platform driving distributed generation solar, storage, solar-plus-storage, and solar-plus-EV-charging projects nationwide. We’re looking for an Assistant General Counsel to lead legal execution across project acquisition, construction, financing, and long-term ownership.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and negotiate complex project agreements: PPAs, leases, EPC, O&M, interconnection, and acquisition documents.
- Advise on project finance structures—construction debt, term debt, tax equity partnerships, and IRA-related credits.
- Manage due diligence for acquisitions, financings, and portfolio sales.
- Provide strategic counsel to senior management, balancing legal risk and business goals.
- Oversee day-to-day transactional work, develop form documentation, and manage outside counsel.
What We’re Looking For
- Active U.S. bar membership; J.D. from an accredited law school.
- 3–6 years of project finance, renewable energy, or infrastructure experience (law firm or in-house).
- Solar/distributed generation experience strongly preferred; real estate and corporate finance a plus.
- Strong communicator, able to handle multiple complex transactions in a fast-paced environment.
- Based in Baltimore - 3 days on-site - relocation packed offered
If you have the required skillset and are interested in learning more, please apply now!