Experienced Attorney - Environmental Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly experienced environmental attorney to join their team in Hartford, CT. This role offers a hybrid work opportunity and involves working within the Environmental and Commercial Real Estate Practice Groups. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in environmental regulatory compliance and commercial real estate transactions.

Duties

• Advise clients on federal and state environmental regulations.
• Represent clients in environmental permitting and regulatory compliance matters.
• Structure, negotiate, and close complex commercial real estate transactions.
• Lead environmental due diligence for M&A and project finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate environmental provisions in purchase and financing agreements.
• Manage permitting processes related to air, water, wetlands, and offshore infrastructure.
• Support remediation and risk mitigation strategies for contaminated sites.
• Collaborate with developers, sponsors, lenders, and attorneys to evaluate environmental risks.
• Review and assess third-party environmental reports.
• Counsel on ESA compliance, land use law, and habitat conservation planning.
• Analyze title and survey documents for environmental restrictions.
• Offer strategic insight on energy transition initiatives.
• Collaborate with other practice groups on real estate and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience practicing U.S. environmental law.
• Admission to New York State Bar required; admission to Connecticut or Massachusetts beneficial.
• Extensive involvement with federal and state permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting energy, infrastructure, or large-scale development projects.
• Proven ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of environmental risk and legal frameworks impacting deal structure.
• Portable book of business a plus, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to New York State Bar.

Skills

• Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex environmental contracts.
• Proficiency in analyzing technical environmental data and legal implications.
• Ability to manage legal timelines and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Familiarity with carbon-related legal frameworks.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus eligibility.