Associate Attorney - Environmental and Water Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Environmental and Water Law in San Diego, CA. The role involves providing advisory, transactional, and litigation services to public agencies, agricultural interests, and tribal rights entities.

Duties

• Advise and represent clients in environmental and water law matters.
• Prepare discovery and pleadings for litigation or adversarial proceedings.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis.
• Draft client memorandums and law and motion work.
• Manage and respond to written discovery with limited supervision.
• Interface with clients to convey professionalism and competence.
• Develop strategic plans and courses of action for legal matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in environmental and/or water law.
• Experience with public sector clients preferred.
• Knowledge of the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and Conflicts of Interest.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication and follow-through abilities.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of matters.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and impeccable judgment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This California firm was founded in 1979 and focuses on employment, labor, construction, education, real estate, general business and business litigation, corporate, taxation, bankruptcy, and immigration. Committed to high-quality legal work, the highly experienced lawyers have won many cases on behalf of clients. The firm has received numerous awards and accolades for professional accomplishments and contributions to communities. The diverse team of attorneys has business and education backgrounds allowing for the combination of practical, useful advice with innovative legal strategies. Believing in diversity, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The attorneys actively support education and other non-profit organizations. The firm is committed to collegiality, teamwork, and openness with each other and with clients. The firm also provides numerous in-house training sessions and workshops on current legal matters.