Environmental & Tort Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Environmental & Tort Associate with at least 3 years of experience in toxic tort, environmental litigation, and/or environmental regulatory counseling to join their Denver, CO office. This role involves defending and advising clients in the waste disposal, manufacturing, and energy development sectors on litigation, administrative enforcement, and compliance matters.

Duties

• Defend toxic tort, citizen suits, and administrative enforcement actions in various forums.
• Navigate environmental regulations and permitting under federal and state laws.
• Represent PRP in cleanups under CERCLA with consultants and experts.
• Interpret and advise on regulatory developments and policy changes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong academic credentials and analytical skills.
• Exceptional writing and client service abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to appear in court with confident oral communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of Colorado or eligibility for admission.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong mentorship and attorney development focus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care plan.
• Retirement plan.
• Parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.

This firm was founded over one hundred and forty years ago. Over those fourteen decades, the firm has opened nearly a dozen offices across the country from Washington DC, Denver, Chicago, Kansas City, Boston and many more cities. This historic firm has an incredible team of over three hundred attorneys.