ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Electric Vehicle Attorney Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Crescent Electric Supply Company

$74K/yr

Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets ... Attorneys use their own private vehicles, rather than County cars. * A qualified unlicensed law ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsElectric Vehicle Attorney Jobs

Electric Vehicle Attorney information

See salary details

$53.5K

$118.9K

$193K

How much do electric vehicle attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for electric vehicle attorney in the United States is $118,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electric vehicle attorney?

An Electric Vehicle Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in laws and regulations related to electric vehicles (EVs). They advise clients on compliance with environmental regulations, government incentives, intellectual property, and contracts involving EV manufacturing, sales, and infrastructure. These attorneys may represent electric vehicle companies, charging station operators, or consumers in legal matters such as regulatory approvals, product liability, or disputes over technology. Their expertise ensures that clients navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding electric vehicles efficiently and lawfully.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electric vehicle attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electric Vehicle Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, and strong expertise in environmental, energy, and transportation law. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks like the Clean Air Act, state and federal EV incentives, and experience using legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) are essential. Outstanding analytical thinking, negotiation, and communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills are crucial for providing effective legal counsel, navigating complex regulations, and advocating for clients in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry.

What are some common legal challenges that electric vehicle attorneys face when advising clients in the industry?

Electric Vehicle Attorneys often navigate a complex landscape of regulations, including evolving environmental standards, intellectual property concerns, and compliance with state and federal transportation laws. They must stay current with rapidly changing policies on EV incentives, battery recycling, and emissions standards. Additionally, attorneys in this field frequently collaborate with engineers, regulatory bodies, and corporate teams to address issues like supply chain transparency and product liability. Balancing these legal challenges while supporting innovation in a fast-moving industry can be both demanding and rewarding.

What are popular job titles related to Electric Vehicle Attorney jobs?

For Electric Vehicle Attorney jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Electric Vehicle Attorney job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,886 per year, or $57.2 per hour.

Director, Legal - Commercial

Beverly, MA • On-site

Highland Electric Fleets
See more jobs at Highland Electric Fleetsexternal

$200K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Us
Highland Electric Fleets' mission is to make electric fleets accessible and affordable for all, enabling communities to realize the benefits of cleaner, quieter and healthier fleets. Highland is North America's leading provider of Electrification-as-a-Service (EaaS). Founded in 2019, Highland partners with school districts, municipalities, and fleet operators to make the transition to electric fleets simple and affordable.
Highland proudly serves as the Official Electric School Bus Provider of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA. From pioneering vehicle-to-grid technology to managing some of the nation's largest electric school bus fleets, Highland delivers reliable, cost-effective solutions that support local communities and drive the future of transportation.
Summary:
Highland has an opportunity for a seasoned commercial counsel with an entrepreneurial mindset. This Director role reports to the General Counsel and supports our core business in driving revenue contracts with public agencies and transportation firms. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of legal experience, including law firm and in-house roles as well as supervisory experience. The candidate should be comfortable navigating strategic partnerships, drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, and supporting related financings. Experience in one or more of the following industry areas is strongly preferred: transportation, fleet leasing, or energy services (such as power purchase agreements, battery storage, or energy savings contracts).
The candidate will work in a fast-paced startup environment and will be comfortable taking on an array of matters. However, the primary focus in this role will be to collaborate with Highland's sales and origination team and counterparties to drive the sales process from preliminary negotiations (or bid solicitation response) to executed contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish and manage key commercial alliances, including formal and informal partnerships and joint ventures;
  • Serve as a thought partner to the executive team in ongoing development of commercial strategy and product;
  • Lead deal structuring, navigating business and customer constraints to develop creative commercial solutions;
  • Draft and negotiate transportation equipment services agreements;
  • Oversee commercial contract product offerings, including updates and versioning of forms;
  • Support market development team in crafting RFP responses for vehicle electrification-as-a-service and related requests;
  • Draft and negotiate other contracts supporting sales (LOIs, teaming arrangements, license/lease agreements);
  • Provide pragmatic, business-minded guidance on contract-related issues;
  • Assist with pilot programs in product development and R&D;
  • Support special and ancillary services projects, including stationary storage and other energy optimization solutions; and
  • Supervise one or more attorney(s) and/or legal professional(s) in support of the above responsibilities.

Other responsibilities may include:
  • Support financing and M&A transactions, including collaborating with internal stakeholders on drafting matters, responding to due diligence inquiries, and managing outside counsel;
  • Develop support materials and provide training to educate the sales and origination team members on contract terms and other legal issues;
  • Support continued development of scalable contracting strategies and tools in coordination with legal operations and the commercial team;
  • Tackle new areas of growth and product development; and
  • Support other legal team members in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications:
  • 8-10+ years as a practicing attorney
  • JD with membership in at least one U.S. state bar (MA preferred)
  • Excellent commercial negotiation and contract drafting skills
  • Executive-level business acumen and judgment
  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work flexibly with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and to manage multiple matters simultaneously
  • Prior experience supervising attorneys and/or legal professionals
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Industry experience in one or more of the following: transportation, fleet leasing, or energy services
  • Prior experience executing in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity environment
  • Ability and availability to work at least two (2) days a week in-office at the company's Beverly, MA headquarters*
    *For highly qualified candidates, fully remote work may be considered with periodic travel to Beverly HQ required.

$200,000 - $230,000 a year
What You Can Expect from Highland:
  • Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus program
  • A supportive, highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to work with bright, innovative, and forward-thinking colleagues
  • Health, Vision, and Dental coverage for employees & their dependents
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) program and company match

Highland Electric Fleets provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Highland Electric Fleets complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Apply