Job Overview:

A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney focusing on environmental law. The ideal candidate should possess 2-4 years of relevant experience and demonstrate expertise or interest in various environmental issues, including enforcement and compliance matters, litigation, and due diligence.

Duties:

• Handle a diverse caseload involving environmental issues, primarily focusing on enforcement and compliance matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies and provide insightful recommendations.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and agreements.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal teams to develop effective legal strategies.
• Participate in client meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials as required.
• Stay updated on environmental laws, regulations, and industry trends.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong emphasis on environmental law.
• Local Bar admission in Texas is mandatory.
• Superior academic credentials from an accredited law school.
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle a diverse caseload and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar of Texas.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Here is an outstanding firm which is a strong player in the national market. It earns high marks for the congenial atmosphere of the firm. Like many national law firms which have entered into the Texas legal market as of late, this firm has experienced a good deal of success here. Associates working at the firm universally praise the firm's superior training programs. The firm appears to be very selective in terms of grades and hiring for the most part is done from Top 15 law schools. Associates at this firm seem to have a universal belief that there is very good interaction between partners and associates. For example, associates claim that they very often have lunch with partners. Overall, associates in this full service firm seem to believe that the work is interesting and challenging.