This remains an active partner-level search, handled confidentially. The mandate is reviewed on a rolling basis with the client, and what follows is the current brief.

Our client, a global law firm with a prominent U.S. energy practice, is seeking a lateral partner to join its transactional energy team, focusing on structured finance and project finance. This role is a priority hire to fill a strategic gap in the firm's energy practice, complementing an already strong regulatory platform.

Based in Washington, D.C., Houston, or Dallas (with potential for Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, or Atlanta for the right group), this position offers the opportunity to join a Chambers-ranked practice known for top-tier talent and a collaborative, non-siloed culture. The firm is a leader in traditional utility work and data center representation, among other areas.

Lateral partner with a portable book of business of $1.5M+ (USD)
Proven expertise in structured finance and project finance, specifically on the energy side (transactional, not regulatory)
Ability to bring a self-sustaining book of business; the book should support the candidate, not necessarily the entire practice
Experience with data centers and/or oil and gas is a plus
Partners only at this time; groups are welcome
No regulatory-agency or in-house candidates

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