Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Litigation and Regulatory Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Las Vegas, NV. The successful candidate will work on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with experienced partners and engaging with federal and state agencies. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in a dynamic legal sector.

Duties

• Assist clients with environmental issues and regulatory compliance.
• Support litigation matters related to the mining industry.
• Navigate permitting processes and defend project approvals.
• Collaborate with partners and engage with agencies.

Requirements

• Three to seven years of experience in environmental and regulatory law.
• Ability to manage litigation matters effectively.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in law review, moot court, or judicial clerkship preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in Nevada or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program and unlimited PTO.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave and family-forming benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuing legal education and professional development.

Founded in 1971, this law firm is committed to finding innovative ways to serve the clients' needs in the ever-changing business community of Nevada. Representing the entire spectrum of business organizations-which includes lenders, developers, publicly traded companies, entrepreneurs, and closely held corporations-this firm uses the depth of experience of its attorneys to provide innovative solutions to its clients' problems. The attorneys here offer specialized services in the areas of real estate, lending and financial, business, tax and estate planning, bankruptcy, and litigation. In addition, the firm has a number of lawyers with expertise in energy and utility, environmental, healthcare, and securities law. If you are a results-oriented and hardworking attorney, apply now.