James Ortega
About James Ortega
James Ortega serves as the Executive Vice President of Legal at Pine Gate Renewables, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive legal experience, having worked in various roles at firms and companies including Arent Fox, Roetzel & Andress, and Strata Solar.
Current Role at Pine Gate Renewables
James Ortega currently serves as Executive Vice President of Legal at Pine Gate Renewables, a position he has held since 2023. He works on-site in Asheville, North Carolina. In this role, he oversees legal matters related to the company's operations and strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to his current position, James Ortega held several legal roles in the renewable energy sector. He served as General Counsel at Pine Gate Renewables from 2019 to 2023. Before that, he was Senior Counsel at the same company from 2016 to 2019. His experience also includes working as Assistant General Counsel at Strata Solar, LLC from 2014 to 2016, and as an Associate Attorney at Arent Fox from 2011 to 2014.
Educational Background
James Ortega earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from St. Mary's College of Maryland, which he completed from 1996 to 2000.
Legal Career Progression
James Ortega's legal career began with his role as an Associate Attorney at Roetzel & Andress from 2008 to 2010. He then transitioned to Arent Fox, where he worked for three years. After his tenure at Arent Fox, he joined Strata Solar, LLC, followed by his positions at Pine Gate Renewables, illustrating a steady progression in his legal career within the renewable energy sector.