Environmental Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and driven Environmental Litigation Attorney to join its Chicago-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful cases involving environmental enforcement and disputes. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in environmental law, strong litigation skills, and a passion for addressing complex environmental challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in environmental enforcement actions, including defending against allegations made by federal, state, and local authorities.
• Manage litigation related to key federal environmental regulations, such as handling cases under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
• Prosecute or defend disputes between private parties concerning contaminated properties, including negotiation and resolution strategies.
• Develop and execute case strategies, including research, discovery, and drafting motions and briefs.
• Work closely with clients to provide strategic counsel on compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

Position Requirements

• Experience: 2–8 years of legal practice, strongly focusing on environmental litigation or related areas.
• Knowledge Base: Comprehensive understanding of environmental statutes, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, CERCLA, and RCRA.
• Admission: Must hold an active license to practice law in Illinois.
• Skills: Exceptional legal writing and research capabilities and strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (required).

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to handle high-stakes cases with a detail-oriented and strategic approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions toward health and dental insurance plans.
• Subsidized gym membership to promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Disability coverage to provide financial support during unforeseen circumstances.

This AV-rated law firm was formed in the early years of the twenty-first century and is headquartered in Illinois. It specializes in all aspects of environmental law, particularly in matters related to water, land, and air. Some of the firm's main areas of practice are environmental litigation defense, civil agency enforcement issues, and toxic torts. Over the years, the firm's attorneys have received top honors for their specialty law expertise from major legal publications.