Environmental Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Environmental Associate with 2-4 years of experience to join its Washington, D.C. office. The role involves handling a broad range of environmental issues, including litigation and compliance with various environmental statutes.

Duties

• Engage in environmental litigation related to agency challenges under the Administrative Procedure Act and core environmental statutes.
• Support due diligence and risk mitigation in corporate and real estate transactions.
• Advise on compliance with RCRA, CERCLA, CAA, CWA, TSCA, FIFRA, and state laws.
• Assist with climate disclosure and ESG issues.
• Collaborate with partners on environmental enforcement matters.

Requirements

• Admitted to the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive in.
• 2-4 years of experience in environmental law.
• Experience advising energy, chemical, or transportation companies preferred.

Education

• Strong academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Admitted to the D.C. Bar or eligible to waive in.

Skills

• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to work on diverse matters as part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.

Prestige, opportunity, diversity, and tremendous culture draw associates to this global conglomerate firm. With 200 practice areas, this firm is highly regarded and goes above and beyond with its efforts both within the firm and outside the firm. Current associates boast a wonderful work/life balance, as well as the ability to work with dedicated and leaders and just overall ?great people.? Associates welcome being part of a firm known to be a leader in inclusion. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.