Associate Attorney Environmental Law

Environmental Energy and Natural Resources Advocates; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Litigation Associate, where you will play a crucial role in environmental litigation. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on impactful cases that protect public health and the environment. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery processes while collaborating with a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for environmental protection and strong legal skills, with the ability to multitask and deliver quality work. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the field of environmental law.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience preferred, with a focus on environmental law.
• Strong research and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.
• Manage discovery processes and collaborate on case strategies.

Skills

Legal Research

Writing

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Initiative

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Background in Environmental Sciences

Job description

Environmental Energy and Natural Resources Advocates Tulsa, OK

This is a full-time role for a Litigation Associate. The successful candidate will be an integral part of environmental litigation in impactful, affirmative cases to protect public health and the environment.

Responsibilities

1. Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal and factual research and produce well-written, persuasive legal pleadings, motions, and briefs.
2. Discovery Management: Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, reviewing documents, participating in the preparation of discovery-related motions, and taking and defending depositions.
3. Case Strategy: Collaborate with team members to develop and implement case strategies.
4. Aggressive Team Player: Take the initiative and work proactively and collaboratively with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, to ensure seamless communication and efficient case management.

Qualifications

1. While we generally seek candidates with 3-5 years of experience, we are not precluding candidates with experience outside of that range.
2. An ideal candidate will have a passion for environmental protection. Having a background in environmental sciences is an additional plus.
3. Strong research skills, with the ability to analyze and synthesize complex legal and factual information.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Ability to multitask on a variety of high-level assignments while continuously producing thoughtful, intelligent, quality work product.
6. Eager to take the initiative and drive cases forward.
7. Current admittance to the Oklahoma bar is required.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal