Senior Associate Attorney needed for Denver office

A law firm in Denver, CO, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to take on a prominent role in its esteemed environmental transactions practice. The ideal candidate should possess 6-9 years of experience in environmental transactions, preferably gained at a large law firm. This position requires a strong foundation in handling substantial transactions, environmental due diligence, and interaction with clients. Additionally, candidates with experience in environmental counseling and litigation are highly desirable. Strong writing skills, exceptional academic qualifications, excellent interpersonal abilities, and an unwavering commitment to excellence are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Lead and oversee complex environmental transactions within the law firm's practice.
• Manage environmental consultants and supervise the preparation of diligence reports.
• Draft and negotiate the environmental provisions of mergers and acquisitions agreements.
• Evaluate and procure environmental and Representations and warranties (R&W) insurance.
• Conduct environmental due diligence investigations.
• Engage directly with clients to address their environmental and legal needs.
• Provide environmental counseling and, when necessary, support in environmental litigation.

Requirements:

• 6-9 years of experience in environmental transactions, preferably from a large law firm.
• Proven track record of working on substantial transactions.
• Competence in managing environmental consultants and diligence report preparation.
• Strong background in drafting and negotiating environmental provisions in M&A agreements.
• Ability to assess and secure environmental and R&W insurance.
• Experience in conducting environmental due diligence.
• Comfort and proficiency in direct client interactions.
• Experience in environmental counseling and litigation is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional writing skills and academic credentials.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the state of Colorado or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Colorado State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal expertise in environmental transactions.
• Transaction management and consultancy oversight.
• Drafting and negotiating skills.
• Due diligence investigation.
• Client interaction and counseling.
• Environmental litigation (preferred).
• Exceptional written communication.
• Outstanding academic background.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal excellence.

This AmLaw 100 firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. Its associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.