Environmental Attorney

A law firm in Omaha is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will provide counsel on a wide range of environmental matters, including mergers and acquisitions, permitting, risk mitigation, compliance, and renewable energy projects. Strong writing and communication skills are essential for this role. The firm values candidates with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and 5+ years of environmental law experience.

Duties:

• Advise clients on environmental issues related to mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, tax credits, and financing.
• Assist with permitting processes for stormwater, air, and water emissions.
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies and ensure federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.
• Address emerging contaminant concerns and support renewable energy projects.
• Navigate legal matters involving the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other federal environmental laws.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal services.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored legal solutions.

Requirements:

• Law degree (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of environmental law experience in the public and/or private sector.
• Experience with federal environmental laws and standards, including CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, FIFRA, CWA, and CAA.
• Transactional experience in environmental law.
• Familiarity with state and local environmental regulatory requirements.
• Experience with pollution legal liability insurance and prior defense sites preferred.
• Portable business preferred.

Education:

Law degree (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Strong writing and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal analysis.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plan.
• Health Savings Account.
• Fertility coverage assistance.
• Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year.
• Bereavement, jury duty, military leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-Up Care.
• Domestic Partner Benefits.
• Commuting Benefits.
• Some benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.

The Nebraska law office opened forty-seven years ago. To date, it is the largest law practice in Nebraska. There are over one-hundred and forty qualified attorneys and other legal professionals on staff. There are four core areas of practice. Disciplines consist of corporate, finance, public finance, and litigation.