Energy Environment and Natural Resources Regulatory Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust wellness program

Unlimited PTO

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Continuing legal education opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Reno, Nevada. The successful candidate will work on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with experienced partners and engaging with federal and state agencies.

This role requires 3-7 years of experience in environmental law, a Juris Doctor degree, and offers robust benefits, including unlimited PTO and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in environmental law or general regulatory matters.
• Interest in mining and willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to support litigation matters effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Bar admission in Nevada

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources practice in Reno, Nevada. 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.
• Bar admission in Nevada or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Experience with law review, law journal, moot court, or trial advocacy team preferred.
• Judicial clerkship experience 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 professional development.