Mid-Level Environmental Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Environmental Associate in Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in environmental law or permitting, with exposure to M&A or project finance transactions. The role involves working with a diverse client base, including developers, financial institutions, private equity firms, government entities, and Fortune 500 companies.

Duties

• Advise clients on environmental statutes such as CERCLA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and RCRA.
• Support transactions, project development, permitting, litigation, agency proceedings, enforcement actions, and economic incentives for redevelopment projects.
• Conduct legal research, draft documents, and manage client interactions.
• Collaborate with federal and state agencies on complex matters.
• Contribute to a team-oriented environment while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced practice.

Requirements

• JD with strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to the Bar in a U.S. state and compliant with local jurisdictional requirements.
• 3-5 years of relevant environmental law experience at a top law firm or government agency.
• Experience with environmental aspects of M&A or project finance transactions.
• Excellent research, drafting, and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to client service and teamwork; proactive and eager to learn.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in a U.S. state.

Skills

• Strong legal research and drafting abilities.
• Effective communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through a Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world, with their headquarters in San Francisco, CA.