Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The successful candidate will work on high-stakes litigation involving critical mineral and energy projects, collaborating with experienced partners and engaging with federal and state agencies.

Duties

• Collaborate with partners on complex litigation matters.
• Engage with federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Handle water rights and permitting reviews.
• Defend litigation on federal and state permits.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of environmental law or general litigation experience.
• Interest in mining and water rights; openness to training.
• Administrative litigation and regulatory experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to excel under pressure and meet demanding schedules.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of New Mexico or eligibility for admission.

Skills

• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong organizational skills.

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.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.