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Public Utilities Commission

Attorney

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$11K - $16K/mo

The Legal Division for the California Public Utilities Commission is seeking to fill Attorney IV positions. Legal Division, through the General Counsel, is the attorney for the Commission. Legal ...

W3Global Inc.

Energy Regulatory Attorney

Portland, OR

$150K - $250K/yr

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney interested in working on complex regulatory, environmental, and business matters impacting the energy and utility sectors. The ideal ...

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How much do utilities attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 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 as a utilities attorney?

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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $118,886 per year, or $57.2 per hour.

State Regulatory Counsel (WV)

MRINetwork Jobs

Hacker Valley, WV • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

State Regulatory Attorney (West Virginia / Maryland)

Our client, a large investor-owned electric utility serving customers across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, is seeking a State Regulatory Attorney to support its regulatory practice in West Virginia and/or Maryland. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with business leaders, experienced utility attorneys, and outside counsel on a broad range of regulatory matters before state public utility commissions and appellate courts.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney interested in developing or expanding a career in utility regulation, administrative law, and the electric utility industry.

Why Work Here?

• Join one of the nation's largest electric utility systems and a company committed to reliability, operational excellence, and innovation.• Gain hands-on experience with significant regulatory proceedings that directly impact utility operations and customers.• Work alongside experienced utility attorneys and business professionals on sophisticated legal and regulatory matters.• Manage your own caseload while receiving mentorship and exposure to complex state utility regulation.• Be part of a collaborative legal department that supports every major business initiative across the organization.

What You'll Do:

• Handle legal and regulatory matters before the West Virginia and/or Maryland public utility commissions and appellate courts.• Assist with and manage complex regulatory proceedings, including rate cases, complaint proceedings, investigations, and rulemaking matters.• Draft and review legal pleadings, motions, briefs, testimony, and business documents.• Provide strategic legal advice to business units regarding utility regulations, compliance obligations, tariffs, and emerging regulatory developments.• Collaborate with internal clients, fellow attorneys, and outside counsel on regulatory and litigation matters.• Represent the company in mediation proceedings and customer dispute matters.• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the utility industry and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.• Manage multiple ongoing legal matters while meeting demanding regulatory and litigation deadlines.

What You'll Need:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.• 7 plus years of relevant in-house or law firm legal experience.• Admission to the West Virginia and/or Maryland Bar and in good standing.• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.• Ability to work effectively with professionals at all levels of an organization.• Strong initiative, organizational skills, and attention to detail.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.• Demonstrated willingness to learn new and complex legal and regulatory subject matters.• Prior experience with state public utility regulation, administrative law, or practice before state utility commissions is preferred.• Electric utility industry experience is helpful but not required.• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative legal team.

If you are interested in learning more, please schedule a time to call using the link below.

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