Business Litigation Attorney Associate (Environmental)

Direct Counsel; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

PTO & vacation benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Direct Counsel seeks a Business Litigation Associate to join its Environmental Litigation team in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience handling complex environmental, regulatory, and commercial litigation.

The role requires navigating federal and state agencies, drafting motions and briefs, and advising clients on environmental laws. A JD from an accredited school and strong advocacy skills are essential; a federal clerkship is preferred.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• 5–7 years of environmental, regulatory, and complex commercial litigation experience.
• Experience before federal and state agencies and courts.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex environmental and regulatory matters.
• Litigate environmental compliance and enforcement actions.
• Appear before federal and state agencies, tribunals, and courts.
• Draft motions, briefs, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Advise clients on environmental laws and agency requirements.
• Manage discovery and hearings.
• Collaborate with clients and legal teams on high-stakes disputes.

Skills

Environmental litigation

Regulatory litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Business Litigation Associate to join its Environmental Litigation team in Denver, Colorado. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level to senior attorney with 5–7 years of experience handling complex environmental, regulatory, and commercial litigation matters.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience navigating federal and state regulatory agencies, managing administrative proceedings, and litigating sophisticated environmental and business disputes.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in complex environmental and regulatory matters
• Handle litigation involving environmental compliance, enforcement actions, and administrative proceedings
• Appear before federal and state agencies, administrative tribunals, and courts
• Draft motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and regulatory filings
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation and regulatory strategies
• Advise clients on environmental laws, regulations, and agency requirements
• Manage discovery, hearings, and other litigation-related matters
• Collaborate with clients and legal teams on high-stakes business and environmental disputes

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 5–7 years of environmental, regulatory, and complex commercial litigation experience
• Strong experience with administrative law, agency proceedings, and regulatory enforcement matters
• Experience handling matters before federal and state agencies and courts
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental laws and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Federal clerkship experience strongly preferred
• Strong academic credentials required
• Salary range: $240,000 – $320,000 annually
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and vacation benefitsCompetitive benefits package and professional development opportunities