Environmental Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Environmental Attorney in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for a seasoned attorney with a strong background in environmental law, particularly air quality permitting, and an established network of clients. The position involves delivering exceptional legal services while expanding and maintaining client relationships.

Duties

• Manage cases from start to finish, including regulatory compliance and permitting strategies.
• Conduct thorough legal research on federal and state environmental laws.
• Draft and review permit applications, compliance plans, and related documentation.
• Leverage an existing portable book of business and cultivate new client relationships.
• Maintain strategic communications with clients regarding regulatory changes.
• Represent clients in negotiations and administrative proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practice areas to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Uphold professional conduct and adhere to state bar requirements.
• Support client billing and manage collections.
• Stay current with environmental regulations and industry developments.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• Minimum of 5 years of environmental law experience, focusing on air quality permitting.
• Experience advising clients on complex environmental regulatory matters.
• Established client relationships and a portable book of business.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, driven, and detail-oriented professional.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).

Skills

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Engaging work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Challenging and rewarding career paths.
• Competitive compensation.

This law firm has history tracing back over one hundred years in Pennsylvania. While the firm started with specialities in real estate, estates and trusts, and financial services, they have grown to serve clients in a wide array of practices such as litigation, patent, family law, and construction law.