Attorney - Junior to Mid-Level

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)

A boutique Austin-based law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level attorney to join its growing practice. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with experienced leadership on sophisticated business transactions and regulatory matters across the energy and natural resources space.

The firm represents a diverse client base including business owners, investors, utilities, and landowners, with a focus on delivering practical, business-oriented legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements and transactional documents
• Support and manage components of business transactions, acquisitions, and corporate structuring
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and strategy related to energy, water rights, utilities, and land use matters
• Assist with matters involving real estate development, mineral rights, and infrastructure projects
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance on complex regulatory frameworks
• Work directly with clients, including business owners, operators, and investors

Practice Areas

• Business and corporate law
• Energy and natural resources (oil & gas, water, utilities)
• Real estate and land use
• Regulatory and administrative law

The firm's practice is heavily focused on the transactional side of energy, water, and real property matters, often intersecting with state regulatory agencies and infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of legal experience (law firm preferred)
• Previous experience within PUC, TCEQ, Railroad Commission, or other regulatory agency
• Experience or strong interest in transactional work, regulatory law, or energy/real estate matters
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Texas Bar admission required or ability to obtain

Why This Role

• High level of hands-on responsibility and substantive work early
• Direct client exposure and opportunity to build trusted advisor relationships
• Close mentorship from an experienced founder with deep expertise in the Texas market
• Opportunity to develop a specialized skill set at the intersection of business, energy, and regulation
• Collaborative, boutique environment with strong visibility and growth potential