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General Counsel

CA ยท On-site

$252K - $331K/yr

Fig Plaza Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2026-3546 Branch: Los Angeles Department of Water & Power ... With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City of Los ...

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How much do full time utilities attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time utilities attorney in the United States is $147,929.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $205,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Utilities Attorney vs Part Time Utilities Attorney?

AspectFull Time Utilities AttorneyPart Time Utilities Attorney
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
Employment StatusFull-time employee, often benefits-eligiblePart-time, may or may not receive benefits
CertificationsJurisdiction-specific law license, possibly additional certificationsSame as full-time, but with flexible scheduling
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, utility companies, government agenciesSimilar environments, with flexible or reduced hours

In summary, a Full Time Utilities Attorney works standard hours with full employment benefits, while a Part Time Utilities Attorney offers flexible hours with potentially fewer benefits. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, but differ mainly in hours and employment structure.

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$170K - $285K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Salary : $170,526.96 - $285,961.60 Annually
Location : LADWP
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-3555
Branch: Los Angeles Department of Water & Power
Division: Power, Rates & Public Finance
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: LACAA - MOU 29
About Us
The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City of Los Angeles ("City") with the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role in criminal justice reform to advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.
Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.
We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.
Description
The Water & Power Division acts as counsel to the Department of Water & Power (DWP), its officers and employees and the Board of Water & Power Commissioners.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Attorney's duties will include representing and advising DWP on a wide range of matters relating to the Power System's operations. The responsibilities will entail transactional and litigation work, including the following:
  • Represent and advise DWP at the administrative, trial court and appellate levels on local, state and federal regulatory issues and requirements affecting DWP operations (FERC, CEC, CPUC), including appearances before state and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Prepare and review letters of intent and contracts for the purchase and sale of energy and transmission capacity, as well as the acquisition/disposition of generation and transmission facilities.
  • Review proposed and existing legislation on renewables, greenhouse gas, energy efficiency and other energy matters for potential impact to DWP.
  • Prepare and review legal documents for customer agreements, including rates, interconnection, fiber and telecommunication.
  • Prepare resolutions, ordinances and other documents necessary to implement the transactions and documents discussed above and advice relating to the powers and limitations imposed by the City Charter and other matters of general municipal law.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements
Applicants for this position must have a valid license to practice law in all of the courts within the State of California. Additional requirements include:
  • Five (5) years of experience in regulatory law and public contracts or renewable energy transactions in a private or public utility arena and litigation experience is required.
  • Travel to San Francisco, Sacramento, Washington D.C and other locations to attend meetings or regulatory hearings will be required.
  • Demonstrated research skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.

The following qualifications are highly desirable:
  • Experience with municipal law; and
  • Ability to deal effectively with public officials, departmental personnel and members of the public, and to work as part of a team.

Requirements for Application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Candidates are required to submit a recent writing sample personally authored in the last two years.

Supplemental Information
Retirement Benefits
Employees participate in the Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System (LACERS), which includes mandatory employee pension contributions through payroll deduction. The City also contributes toward the employee's retirement benefit. Contribution rates are established by the applicable retirement system and may vary based on employee classification, membership status, and other factors. For more information, please visit:
Work Location and Parking
221 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles. Position is subject to assignment at any location of the Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney.
This position requires regular onsite work. Employer-provided parking is limited and may not be available for this classification. Employees may be responsible for securing and paying for parking at nearby facilities.
Applicants are encouraged to review available commute and transportation resources through the City's COMMUTEwell program. For more information, please visit:
Probation
Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two-year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.
Classification
For internal applicants only - Placement in this position will initially be as a lateral transfer with the selected candidate assuming the position in their current classification.
Application and Deadline
Interested candidates should go to: to apply online.
Conflict-of-Interest
This position is designated as Category 1 on the
Contact
Questions? Please email
AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.