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CAPPS

PUCT, Attorney (Attorney I - III)

Austin, TX · On-site

$99K - $106K/yr

The Public Utility Commission regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and ... Attorney I Graduation from an accredited law school with LLB or JD degree and licensed with the ...

CAPPS

PUCT, Attorney (Attorney I - III)

Austin, TX · On-site

The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career! NOTICE TO APPLICANTS ... Attorney I Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or Juris Doctor (JD) degree ...

SunEnergy1LLC

Construction Attorney

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Position Summary SunEnergy1 is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to support the company's rapidly growing utility-scale solar, battery storage, and substation construction operations. This ...

SunEnergy1LLC

Construction Attorney

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Position Summary SunEnergy1 is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to support the company's rapidly growing utility-scale solar, battery storage, and substation construction operations. This ...

Davison Van Cleve PC

Associate Attorney

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Davison Van Cleve, PC, a law firm specializing in energy and utility law, with offices in Las Vegas, Seattle, and Tucson, seeks an associate attorney with 1-5 years' experience for its Las Vegas ...

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How much do utilities attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for utilities 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 does a Utilities Attorney do?

A Utilities Attorney specializes in legal issues related to public utilities, such as energy, water, telecommunications, and gas. They advise companies, government agencies, or regulatory bodies on compliance with utility laws, rate cases, environmental regulations, and infrastructure projects. Their work often involves representing clients in regulatory hearings, drafting contracts, and ensuring that utility providers adhere to state and federal laws.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Utilities Attorney?

A Utilities Attorney typically handles tasks such as drafting and reviewing regulatory filings, advising on compliance issues, and representing utility clients before regulatory agencies and commissions. Daily work often involves researching evolving regulations, preparing legal arguments or comments, and collaborating with in-house counsel, engineers, or regulatory affairs teams. Utilities Attorneys may also participate in negotiations or settlements with stakeholders and attend public hearings. This role requires balancing detailed legal analysis with effective communication to support organizational interests in a dynamic, regulated environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Utilities Attorney position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utilities Attorney, you need a solid legal foundation in energy, environmental, and utility regulation law, along with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission. Familiarity with regulatory databases, legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and relevant state and federal compliance systems is highly valuable. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and communication skills help you effectively advocate for clients and interact with regulatory bodies. These competencies enable Utilities Attorneys to manage complex legal matters, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic guidance in the utilities sector.

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Infographic showing various Utilities Attorney job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,886 per year, or $57.2 per hour.
Assistant Attorney General, Insurance & Utilities Regulatory Section

Assistant Attorney General, Insurance & Utilities Regulatory Section

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management

Richmond, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 hours ago

Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

636th of 645 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Assistant Attorney General, Insurance & Utilities Regulatory Section
Job no: 5103381
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories: Law / Judiciary
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Insurance & Utilities Regulatory Section
State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law
Location: Office of the Attorney General
Agency Website: https://www.oag.state.va.us/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking an energy/utilities attorney to join its Insurance and Utilities Regulatory Section in Richmond. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, telework options, health/dental/life insurance, retirement benefits, and more.
The successful candidate will represent the Office's Division of Consumer Counsel in state regulatory proceedings before the Virginia State Corporation Commission and Supreme Court of Virginia, and in federal administrative proceedings at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The individual will serve as a litigation attorney on matters involving primarily electric and natural gas utilities. The position may include some regulatory work with telecommunications and insurance companies. Duties also include advice and assistance on other matters related to the regulation of these industries, including legislative issues before the Virginia General Assembly.
Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in regulatory litigation involving electric and/or natural gas utilities, with an academic background in accounting, economics, finance, and/or engineering.
The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and analytical ability, the ability to interact effectively with state government officials, and the ability to work both independently and as a team member.
Admission to the Virginia State Bar is required.
Special Instructions
Application materials including cover letter should include a discussion of all relevant experience.
Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website (https://www.jobs.virginia.gov) to submit your application. Applications sent to the Recruitment email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your application's status.
Contact Information
Name: OAG Recruitment
Phone: 804-786-2071
Email: recruitment@oag.state.va.us
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 10 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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