Energy Environment and Natural Resources Regulatory Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Opportunities for continuing legal education

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a mid-level associate to join their Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The candidate will work on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with experienced partners.

Ideal candidates will have three to seven years of environmental law experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and strong teamwork and analytical skills. The firm offers robust benefits, including unlimited PTO and a comprehensive wellness program.

Qualifications

• Three to seven years of experience in environmental law or regulatory matters.
• Interest in mining and willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to excel under pressure and meet demanding schedules.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners on complex litigation and regulatory matters.
• Engage with federal and state agencies on behalf of clients.
• Support litigation involving water rights and permitting reviews.
• Defend litigation on federal and state permits.

Skills

Environmental law

Regulatory matters

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The successful candidate will work on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with experienced partners and engaging with federal and state agencies.

Duties

• Collaborate with partners on complex litigation and regulatory matters.
• Engage with federal and state agencies on behalf of clients.
• Support litigation involving water rights and permitting reviews.
• Defend litigation on federal and state permits.

Requirements

• Three to seven years of experience in environmental law or general regulatory matters.
• Interest in mining and willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to support litigation matters effectively.
• Strong teamwork ethic and critical analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to excel under pressure and meet demanding schedules.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Experience with law review, law journal, moot court, or trial advocacy team preferred.
• Judicial clerkship experience is highly desired.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program and unlimited PTO.
• Reduced time and sabbatical programs for eligible employees.
• Comprehensive 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 volunteer work.