Position: M&A and Energy Transactional Associate

Location: Houston (also open to Baltimore and Richmond)

Practice Area: Mergers & Acquisitions / Energy Transactions

Overview

A top-tier national law firm is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions and Energy Transactional Associate to join its thriving corporate group. The ideal candidate will support complex, high-value deals across a wide range of industries, with a particular focus on the energy sector. The role is open in the firm’s Houston, Baltimore, or Richmond offices and is part of a nationally recognized M&A team.

About the Practice

With over 150 dedicated lawyers, the firm’s M&A practice advises public and private clients on strategic mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The team has repeatedly been ranked among the top 10 U.S. M&A firms by Thomson Reuters and Bloomberg.

The practice is particularly active in the energy space—including oil & gas, renewables, and infrastructure—and is known for managing both mid-market and transformative deals with 360-degree legal coverage. Cross-functional collaboration is built into every transaction, with seamless integration across tax, environmental, labor, antitrust, securities, and real estate teams.

About the Firm

The firm, founded in 1834 and now home to over 1,000 attorneys globally, is known for delivering business-focused, collaborative legal solutions across industries. It has earned consistent recognition from Mergers & Acquisitions magazine, Chambers USA, BTI, and Legal 500.

Perks and Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary with hours and merit-based bonuses
• Billable hour credit for pro bono work
• Hybrid remote work flexibility
• Structured mentoring, deal exposure, and hands-on partner engagement
• A diverse and inclusive culture with a proven track record in associate development

What Associates Say

• Vault ranks the firm high for satisfaction, mentorship, and substantive deal work:

“You’re staffed on real transactions from the start. Partners trust you to own documents and communicate with clients early.”

• Associates report that “collaboration is real here” and that “energy sector deals are meaty, strategic, and fast-moving.”
• Glassdoor reviews cite strong leadership and a professional environment that prioritizes client service and associate well-being.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• 3–6 years of experience in corporate transactions, ideally in a top-tier or national law firm setting
• Prior experience in energy-related deals (power, renewable energy, oil & gas) preferred
• Familiarity with project finance, infrastructure, construction contracts, or tax equity is a plus
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Texas Bar admission required (or ability to waive in, if applicable)