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Our client, a well-established U.S. law firm with offices across the country, is seeking an experienced Energy and Natural Resources partner to join their platform. This is an open-ended, firm-wide search — the practice is being built out across the firm's existing offices.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong transactional practice in energy and natural resources, with an emphasis on water rights and mining at least as favorably regarded as other energy sub-sectors. While a portable book of business is important, the firm places equal or greater weight on cultural fit: they describe themselves as 'pretty picky' and prioritize 'really good humans' who are collaborative, supportive, and genuinely committed to the firm's values.

This is an opportunity to join a true partnership (K-1 structure) with no income-partner tier, no mandatory retirement age, a hybrid work model, and a fully closed compensation system—negotiated individually with a three-person committee each year. Laterals are typically anchored to their prior earnings for their first year, and entry point (partner, counsel, or associate) is flexible based on seniority, book, and goals.

JD and active bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Significant experience in energy and natural resources transactions, with emphasis on water rights and mining preferred
Existing book of business
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; genuine commitment to a supportive, values-driven culture

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