Environmental Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Denver, CO is seeking an experienced Environmental Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of post-JD experience in environmental regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising clients on state and federal regulatory processes, with a focus on Clean Air Act experience or demonstrated interest in air quality matters.

Duties:

• Assist companies in all aspects of state and federal regulatory processes, including:
  • Rule and guidance development
  • Permitting
  • Implementation of compliance programs
  • Self-evaluation of compliance
  • Enforcement
  • Litigation
• Provide counsel to clients on a wide range of environmental regulatory matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents with precision and clarity.
• Contribute to a collaborative work environment by actively participating in team discussions and initiatives.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of post-JD experience in environmental regulatory matters.
• Strong legal research and legal writing skills.
• Strong academic credentials, including a Juris Doctor degree.
• Must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in Colorado or willing to complete the process to waive into the Colorado Bar.
• Demonstrated experience or interest in Clean Air Act matters is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Colorado Bar or willingness to complete the process to waive into the Colorado Bar.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of state and federal environmental regulations.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

This business and commercial law firm has an office in Denver, Colorado. The firm's practice areas include business and corporate, data privacy and security, employment, energy and natural resources, environmental law, federal lands, intellectual property transactions, litigation, private client, real estate, and tax. The firm serves in Colorado and beyond. Five of its attorneys have featured in the lists of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars in various fields of law.