Energy Regulatory Attorney
Energy Regulatory Attorney at Miller Canfield — Michigan, US
- Company: Miller Canfield
- Location: Michigan, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary: USD 153–305000 / year
- Posted: 2026-06-17
About this role
Regulatory Senior Attorney (Energy and Environmental Group)
Miller Canfield’s Energy, Environmental, and Resources Group is seeking a senior attorney with 10+ years of experience to join its Michigan‑based regulatory practice. This role is designed for an attorney with deep experience in state energy regulation, including utility and regulatory commission matters, who is comfortable leading complex proceedings and advising sophisticated clients on high‑stakes regulatory issues.
The attorney in this position will focus primarily on Michigan and state‑level energy and regulatory matters, including:
Representing utilities, energy companies, and other regulated entities before the Michigan Public Service Commission and other state regulatory agencies
Leading regulatory matters such as rate cases, cost recovery filings, tariff filings and amendments, rider proceedings, and integrated resource plans
Advising clients on regulatory compliance, transaction approvals, cost allocation issues, and related regulatory strategy
Drafting and managing regulatory filings, including petitions, applications, comments, testimony, briefs, discovery, and responses to discovery
Conducting and participating in hearings, including examination and cross‑examination of witnesses
Participating in settlement conferences and negotiating complex, multi‑party regulatory settlement
This role involves significant responsibility, direct client engagement, and the opportunity to lead matters from strategy through resolution.
Qualifications:
10 or more years of experience in energy, utility, and/or environmental regulatory law
Substantial experience appearing before state public utility commissions, particularly the Michigan Public Service Commission
Experience with rate cases, cost recovery, tariffs, resource planning, or related utility regulatory matters
Familiarity with FERC proceedings is a plus but not required
Demonstrated ability to manage complex regulatory proceedings with minimal oversight
Strong writing, advocacy, and client‑counseling skills
Admission to practice in Michigan, or eligibility for prompt admission
Candidates must be based in Michigan
About the Group
Miller Canfield’s Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources Group has deep experience representing clients in complex regulatory proceedings involving energy policy, utility regulation, and environmental compliance. Our attorneys are known for their credibility with regulators, practical approach, and ability to navigate sensitive and high‑stakes matters.
Why Miller Canfield
We offer sophisticated regulatory work, long‑standing client relationships, and a collaborative environment that values judgment, independence, and professionalism. This position is well suited to an experienced regulatory attorney seeking a Michigan‑focused practice with meaningful responsibility and long‑term growth.