Attorney-Adviser — Environmental Law (Telework Eligible)

Environmental Protection Agency; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Protection Agency in Chicago seeks an Attorney-Adviser to provide legal advice, conduct research, draft regulations, and support complex enforcement matters. You will handle litigation activities, negotiate settlements, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires a J.D. or LL.M. and bar membership in good standing. This is a full-time federal position with a comprehensive benefits package and telework eligibility where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Requires a J.D. or LL.M. degree and active bar admission in good standing.
• Experience providing legal advice and performing legal research for complex matters.
• Litigation management including discovery, briefs, and administrative or judicial proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and research on complex enforcement matters.
• Perform litigation activities including discovery, briefs, and oral argument support.
• Draft Agency determinations, proposed regulations, and Federal Register notices.
• Lead negotiation, informal dispute resolution, and represent the Region with stakeholders.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Policy analysis

Regulatory drafting

Negotiation

Education

J.D. or LL.M. degree

Job description

Environmental Protection Agency in Chicago seeks an Attorney-Adviser to provide legal advice, conduct research, draft regulations, and support complex enforcement matters. You will handle litigation activities, negotiate settlements, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires a J.D. or LL.M. and bar membership in good standing. This is a full-time federal position with a comprehensive benefits package and telework eligibility where appropriate.