Environmental Transactions Regulatory Associate

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking junior associates with 1 to 4 years of experience to join its Environmental Practice Group. This position involves advising on a wide array of environmental regulatory and transactional matters, including compliance, enforcement, and environmental liabilities associated with corporate restructuring. The ideal candidate brings strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in environmental law, with experience in administrative law or litigation considered a plus.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on federal and state environmental regulatory compliance

• Assist with enforcement actions involving environmental statutes and regulations

• Evaluate and manage environmental risks in corporate transactions, including M&A and restructuring

• Support environmental litigation and administrative proceedings

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and client-facing documents

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas on complex legal matters

Requirements:

• 1 to 4 years of legal experience, ideally in environmental regulatory law

• Familiarity with major environmental laws, including CERCLA, RCRA, the Clean Air Act, and the Clean Water Act

• Experience with environmental issues in the context of restructuring or litigation preferred

• Demonstrated interest in administrative and environmental law

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic performance required

• Law school transcript must be available upon request

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage complex assignments both independently and in team settings

• High attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation structure based on role, experience, and qualifications

• Comprehensive benefits package offered to attorneys and staff

This New York law firm has practice areas that are grouped into six broad categories: bankruptcy, intellectual property, interdisciplinary, litigation, tax & planning and transactional. They have offices located throughout the world and pride themselves on their ability to obtain cost-effective results in complicated litigation, intellectual property and transactional matters. This firm has a stellar reputation as trial lawyers and has represented many major national and international clients. This firms strength and reputation is built upon their strong foundation of ingenuity and leadership. They offer market salaries and have a comfortable work atmosphere.