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Hutchinson Cannatella

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Associate Attorney

Detroit, MI · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Managing individual caseload for matters involving public utility negligence, premises liability, auto negligence, no-fault PIP, insurance coverage, commercial trucking; assisting senior attorneys in ...

System Soft Technologies

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Portland, OR · On-site

$10K/mo

We are a team of around 10 lawyers who focus on regulatory, environmental, and business matters for electric, natural gas, and water utilities, energy companies, and telecommunications providers ...

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FERC Attorney

Akron, OH

Our client, a large publicly traded electric utility company headquartered in Akron, Ohio, is seeking two Mid-Level Federal Regulatory Attorneys to join its legal department. These attorneys will ...

Empower Associates

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Portland, OR

$140K - $185K/yr

About the Role Our client is seeking an attorney to join its expanding energy regulatory practice ... utility affordability considerations. Work Environment The firm offers a collaborative and ...

New York ISO

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Rensselaer, NY · On-site

Attorneys assist with providing legal assessments, interpretations, and recommendations to internal ... Confer with colleagues with specialty in areas of law and NYISO market design, electric utility ...

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Rensselaer, NY · On-site

Attorneys assist with providing legal assessments, interpretations, and recommendations to internal ... Confer with colleagues with specialty in areas of law and NYISO market design, electric utility ...

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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 June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% 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.

Associate Attorney

Hutchinson Cannatella

Detroit, MI • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

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Job description

Associate Attorney.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Setting: in-person

Attorney wanted for a well-established and growing Downtown Detroit boutique insurance defense law firm servicing multiple Fortune 500 companies. We are seeking a reliable, hard-working and organized attorney to join our growing team in a fully on-site role. Duties: Managing individual caseload for matters involving public utility negligence, premises liability, auto negligence, no-fault PIP, insurance coverage, commercial trucking; assisting senior attorneys in high exposure defense claims; conducting legal research; drafting briefs; attending depositions, court hearings and trial; maintaining strong client communication. Requirements: Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, at least 1 year litigation experience, experience with depositions, motion practice and court appearances. Excellent written and oral communication skills, sound judgment, and outstanding client-service skills are critical. Able to manage multiple cases both independently and collaboratively. Preferred: insurance defense and first-party PIP. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, annual bonus opportunities, 100% employer-paid health insurance premium for employees, IRA retirement plan, paid PTO and holidays, significant growth opportunities.

Experience:

  • Litigation: 1 year (Required)
  • Defense: 1 year (Preferred)
  • No-Fault PIP (Preferred)

License:

  • State Bar of Michigan (Required)

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